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Definition of overeagerness

overeagerness

/ˌoʊvərˈiːɡərnəs/
o · ver · ea · ger · ness
Adverb:overeagerly
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Adjective:overeager
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overeagerness Lexical Profile

overeagerness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The state or quality of being excessively enthusiastic, impatient, or anxious to do or obtain something, often leading to hasty actions or poor judgment.

Example

"His overeagerness to close the deal caused him to overlook several critical clauses in the contract."

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• Rhymes for overeagerness

• Nearby Words

overdue
overeager
overeagerly
overeagerness
overearnestly
overearnestness
overeat

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Overeagerness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/overeagerness
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