How Do You Spell OVERDO?

Pronunciation: [ˌə͡ʊvədˈuː] (IPA)

The word "overdo" is spelled with the letters O-V-E-R-D-O. It is pronounced with two syllables and the stress is on the first syllable "o-ver-do." In phonetic transcription, the word is written as /ˌoʊvərˈdu/. This word means to do something to an excessive or unreasonable extent. It is important to spell this word correctly as the meaning can change depending on whether it is spelled as "overdo" or "overdue."

OVERDO Meaning and Definition

  1. The verb "overdo" refers to the act of doing something excessively, to an extreme, or beyond what is considered appropriate or necessary. It often implies a lack of moderation or restraint in one's actions, behavior, or performance.

    When someone overdoes something, they exceed the normal or recommended limits or boundaries, pushing it to an excessive or extreme level. This can apply to various aspects of life, such as work, exercise, partying, eating, or even expressing emotions. For instance, a person might overdo their workout by exercising excessively, leading to physical strain or injury. Similarly, overdoing a party would involve excessive drinking or indulging in addictive substances beyond the point of enjoyment, potentially leading to negative consequences.

    One can also overdo a particular behavior or habit. For example, someone might overdo their attempts to please others, constantly seeking validation or going out of their way to accommodate others to the detriment of their own well-being.

    Furthermore, in terms of performance or execution, overdoing something implies going beyond what is necessary or appropriate. This could involve excessive embellishment in a piece of artwork, exaggeration in storytelling, or an exaggerated display of emotions during a stage performance.

    In summary, "overdo" signifies going to an extent that surpasses what is considered usual, acceptable, or healthy. It conveys the idea of excessiveness, lack of moderation, and surpassing appropriate boundaries in various aspects of life.

  2. To perform in excess; to fatigue; to cook overmuch.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for OVERDO

Etymology of OVERDO

The word "overdo" has a Germanic origin. It is derived from the Old English verb "oferdōn", which is a combination of "of-", meaning "excessive" or "beyond", and "dōn", meaning "to do". Therefore, "overdo" essentially means "to do excessively" or "to do too much".

Idioms with the word OVERDO

  • overdo it The idiom "overdo it" means to do something excessively or to go beyond the necessary or acceptable limit. It refers to engaging in an activity, behavior, or action to an excessive extent, often resulting in negative consequences or exhaustion.

Similar spelling words for OVERDO

Conjugate verb Overdo

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have overdone
you would have overdone
he/she/it would have overdone
we would have overdone
they would have overdone
I would have overdo
you would have overdo
he/she/it would have overdo
we would have overdo
they would have overdo

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been overdoing
you would have been overdoing
he/she/it would have been overdoing
we would have been overdoing
they would have been overdoing

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would overdo
you would overdo
he/she/it would overdo
we would overdo
they would overdo

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be overdoing
you would be overdoing
he/she/it would be overdoing
we would be overdoing
they would be overdoing

FUTURE

I will overdo
you will overdo
he/she/it will overdo
we will overdo
they will overdo

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be overdoing
you will be overdoing
he/she/it will be overdoing
we will be overdoing
they will be overdoing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have overdone
you will have overdone
he/she/it will have overdone
we will have overdone
they will have overdone

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been overdoing
you will have been overdoing
he/she/it will have been overdoing
we will have been overdoing
they will have been overdoing

IMPERATIVE

you overdo
we let´s overdo

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to overdo

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was overdoing
you were overdoing
he/she/it was overdoing
we were overdoing
they were overdoing

PAST PARTICIPLE

overdone

PAST PERFECT

I had overdone
you had overdone
he/she/it had overdone
we had overdone
they had overdone

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been overdoing
you had been overdoing
he/she/it had been overdoing
we had been overdoing
they had been overdoing

PRESENT

I overdo
you overdo
he/she/it overdoes
we overdo
they overdo

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am overdoing
you are overdoing
he/she/it is overdoing
we are overdoing
they are overdoing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

overdoing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have overdone
you have overdone
he/she/it has overdone
we have overdone
they have overdone

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been overdoing
you have been overdoing
he/she/it has been overdoing
we have been overdoing
they have been overdoing

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it overdo

SIMPLE PAST

I overdid
you overdid
he/she/it overdid
we overdid
they overdid

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