oversolicitous

[ oh-ver-suh-lis-i-tuhs ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

First recorded in 1655–65; over- + solicitous

Anxiety to see every one get as much as possible as quickly as possible, made me oversolicitous and exacting.

Since he had a project of his own, he was only too glad to see the last of his oversolicitous family for awhile.

Frequently they have been received only by uncomprehending or indifferent railroad officials or oversolicitous exploiters.

April 24, 2024gallimaufry

[gal-uh-maw-free ]

Start each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!

By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.

Browse