How to Pronounce "overdeveloped"
word
ˌoʊvɚdɪˈvɛləpt
oh-ver-di-VEL-uhpt
ˌəʊvədɪvˈɛləpt
oh-vuh-di-VEL-uhpt
Definition
Something that is overdeveloped has been developed too much, often in a way that causes problems or is more than necessary. It is used for things like land, cities, or even muscles.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌoʊvɚdɪˈvɛləpt
British English
ˌəʊvədɪvˈɛləpt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
oh-ver-di-VEL-uhpt
UK
oh-vuh-di-VEL-uhpt
Listen in Context
The city has become overdeveloped with too many buildings.
His arms look overdeveloped from lifting so much weight.
This area is overdeveloped and lacks green spaces.
Some resorts have become so overdeveloped that they lose their original charm.