word
Overreact
OH-vur-ree-AKT
/ˈoʊvɜːrriːˈækt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
overreact
Dictionary meaning
Show an exaggerated response to something.
Examples
- Don't overreact to the bad news--take it easy.
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