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overzealously


Meanings
  • adverb

    showing more enthusiasm or eagerness than is necessary or appropriate


Rhymes
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compulsively , obsessively , possessively
Variants
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over-zealous , over-zealously , over-zealousness , overzealous , overzealously , overzealousness
Etymology
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From over- (meaning 'too' or 'excessively') + zealous (meaning 'eager or enthusiastic')


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  1. The term 'overzealous' was first used in English in the late 16th century.

  2. The term 'overzealous' is often used in a negative context, but it can also be used to describe someone who is excessively dedicated or committed to a cause.


Related Concepts
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  1. zeal: A strong feeling of enthusiasm or eagerness towards a particular activity, cause, or belief.

  2. fanaticism: An extreme and often obsessive enthusiasm or devotion to a particular thing or idea.


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The term 'overzealously' is often used to describe someone who is excessively enthusiastic or eagerness towards something, sometimes to the point of being disruptive or disruptive. In literature, it has been used to describe characters in various genres, including mystery and thriller novels.

How to Memorize "overzealously"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a person who is so enthusiastic about a topic that they keep interrupting others and talking non-stop about it. Visualize their body language, facial expressions, and tone of voice.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'overzealously' with the image of a fanatic or an enthusiast who takes things too far.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic device by remembering the phrase 'too much zeal' to help remember the meaning of 'overzealously'.


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