overzealous
adjective
too zealous.
overzealousness
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a word derived from
overzealous.
Example Sentences
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But he told the BBC that this type of content has appeal with young people disillusioned with politics, adding: "I can understand their overzealousness."
From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2025
"But, of course, perhaps they did so in their overzealousness."
From Reuters ● Oct. 15, 2022
Despite the lawyers’ overzealousness, the inspector general did not find evidence that political or other bias was the motivation for their actions.
From Washington Times ● Sep. 29, 2022
Police union officials have complained about overzealousness and unfairness by the bureau.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 8, 2022
But the police, with their usual disorganized overzealousness, made a comical mistake.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
