How to Pronounce "overcompensate"
word
ˌoʊvɚˈkɑːmpənˌseɪt
oh-ver-KOM-puhn-sayt
ˌəʊvəkˈɒmpənsˌeɪt
oh-vuh-KOM-puhn-sayt
Definition
To try too hard to correct or make up for a weakness, mistake, or problem, often by going beyond what is necessary.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌoʊvɚˈkɑːmpənˌseɪt
British English
ˌəʊvəkˈɒmpənsˌeɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
oh-ver-KOM-puhn-sayt
UK
oh-vuh-KOM-puhn-sayt
Listen in Context
He bought an expensive car to overcompensate for feeling unsuccessful.
Don’t overcompensate—just be yourself and relax.
He tried to overcompensate for his mistake by working extra hours.
Some people overcompensate for low self-esteem by acting very confident.