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overachieve
[oh-ver-
uh
-
cheev
]
/ˌoʊ vər əˈtʃiv/
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verb (used without object)
,
overachieved,
overachieving.
1.
to perform, especially academically, above the potential indicated by tests of one's mental ability or aptitude.
2.
to perform better or achieve more than expected, especially by others.
Origin of
overachieve
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1950-1955
1950-55;
over-
+
achieve
, or by back formation from
overachiever
Related forms
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overachievement,
noun
overachiever,
noun
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British Dictionary definitions for
overachieve
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overachieve
/
ˌəʊvərəˈtʃiːv
/
verb
1.
(
intransitive
) to perform (for example, in examinations) better than would be expected on the basis of one's age or talents
Derived Forms
overachiever,
noun
Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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