overcompensation

[US]/ˌəʊvəˌkɒmpənˈseɪʃən/
[UK]/ˌoʊvərˌkɑːmpənˈseɪʃən/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.excessive compensation; medical term for excessive compensation

Phrases & Collocations

overcompensation effects

overcompensation strategy

overcompensation behavior

overcompensation response

overcompensation mechanism

overcompensation model

overcompensation theory

overcompensation phenomenon

overcompensation process

overcompensation level

Example Sentences

his overcompensation for his past mistakes made the situation worse.

overcompensation can lead to more significant issues in relationships.

she often resorts to overcompensation when she feels insecure.

his overcompensation for his height made him seem insecure.

overcompensation in behavior can indicate deeper psychological issues.

they noticed his overcompensation during team meetings.

overcompensation often masks underlying feelings of inadequacy.

his overcompensation for his failures led to reckless decisions.

overcompensation in parenting can confuse children.

she realized her overcompensation was affecting her performance.

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