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overworked

/ˌoʊ.vɚˈwɝːkt/
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• adjective

1

Exhausted, strained, or burdened by an excessive amount of work or effort.

Example

"The hospital hired additional nurses to support its overworked medical staff."

2

Used too often or elaborated upon to such an extent that it loses its originality, freshness, or effectiveness.

Example

"The critic noted that the novel relied on an overworked plot device and overly ornate prose."

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• Rhymes for overworked

• Nearby Words

overwhelmingly
overwinter
overwork
overworked
overwrite
overwrought
overzealous

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