overzealous
Use Overzealous in a sentence
vərˈzɛl adjective
too zealous: overzealous for reform.
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| —adj | |
| excessively zealous | |
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Overzealous
is always a great word to know.
So is callithumpian. Does it mean:
| a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes. |
| a fool or simpleton; ninny. |
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Example sentences
Combine this condition with overzealous drivers, and intersections easily become gridlocked.
Don't be overzealous with the skills or qualifications you're asking for.
It was an unopened bottle, bought in the departure area, so this seemed a bit overzealous.
Nutritionists have considered that the carbohydrate content of the hot dog bun might act as a sedative to overzealous fans.
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