overcompensation en · NOUN
Pronunciation
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Etymology
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *úp Proto-Indo-European *-er Proto-Indo-European *upér Proto-Germanic *uber Old English ofer- Middle English over- English over- English compensation English overcompensation From over- + compensation.
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) An excess amount provided in one area in an effort to overcome a perceived lack in another area.
- (countable, uncountable) Excessive pay or reward provided for work performed.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| overcompensations | Number=Plur | lexicographic |