overpronounce

[oh-ver-pruh-nouns]

verb (used with object)

overpronounced, overpronouncing 

1. to pronounce (a word, syllable, etc.) in an exaggerated, affected, or excessively careful manner.

verb (used without object)

overpronounced, overpronouncing 

1. to pronounce or speak overcarefully, affectedly, exaggeratedly, etc..

   When he overpronounces that way, he seems to be patronizing his audience.

Other Word Forms

• overpronunciation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of overpronounce¹

over- + pronounce