overkill
word
Definition
Doing something to a much greater extent than necessary; using more effort, resources, or force than what the situation requires.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly informal; often used for humor or criticism. Commonly used with 'That's overkill' or 'a bit of overkill.' Not limited to violence; applies to excess in any situation.
Spanish: exceso - exageraciónPortuguese (BR): exagero - excessoPortuguese (PT): exagero - excessoChinese (Simplified): 杀鸡用牛刀（比喻做得过头）- 过犹不及Chinese (Traditional): 殺雞用牛刀（比喻做得過頭）- 過猶不及Hindi: ज़्यादती - आवश्यकता से अधिकArabic: مبالغة - إفراط
Example Sentences
Using ten people for this small task is overkill.
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Locking all the doors and windows is good, but adding an alarm system might be overkill.
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Buying three cakes for five people is overkill.
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Putting so much salt in your food is really overkill.
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Do you think sending her flowers and chocolates is overkill, or just romantic?
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Honestly, two security guards for a school play feels like overkill to me.
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