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Overcorrection
Noun
Word Frequency:
0.1
Definitions
1.
Noun
The correction of something to an excessive degree, usually resulting in an error in the opposite direction.
Synonyms
hypercorrection
overadjustment
overreaction
overmodification
overdoing
hypercompensation
overcriticism
overpunishment
overseverity
overcompensation
overstatement
overemphasis
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