overcompensation

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English

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Etymology

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over- +‎ compensation

Pronunciation

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Noun

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overcompensation (countable and uncountable, plural overcompensations)

  1. An excess amount provided in one area in an effort to overcome a perceived lack in another area.
  2. Excessive pay or reward provided for work performed.
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