Too clever by half

adjective

Definitions

1.adjective(of a person, plan, theory, etc.) Shrewd but flawed by overthinking or excessive complexity, with a resulting tendency to be unreliable or unsuccessful.

Synonyms

overingenious overclever overwise overknowing hyperclever overcunning overthoughtful hyperingenious overcomplicated overconstructed overwily overbrilliant

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