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Definition of overplayed

overplayed

/ˌoʊ.vɚˈpleɪd/
o · ver · played
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overplayed Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Played, broadcast, or used so frequently that it has lost its appeal, novelty, or effectiveness.

Example

"The radio station kept broadcasting the same overplayed pop songs all summer long."

2

Exaggerated, overemphasized, or performed in an overly dramatic manner.

Example

"Critics felt that the villain's overplayed performance distracted from the seriousness of the film."

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• Rhymes for overplayed

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