How to Pronounce "overzealous"
word
ˌoʊvɝˈzɛɫəs
oh-ver-ZEL-uhs
ˌəʊvəzˈɛləs
oh-vuh-ZEL-uhs
Definition
Being too enthusiastic or eager, often to the point of doing too much or going beyond what is appropriate.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌoʊvɝˈzɛɫəs
British English
ˌəʊvəzˈɛləs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
oh-ver-ZEL-uhs
UK
oh-vuh-ZEL-uhs
Listen in Context
The overzealous security guard checked every bag three times.
His overzealous cleaning made the kitchen smell like chemicals.
The teacher was overzealous about enforcing the rules.
Sometimes overzealous fans can ruin the experience for others at concerts.