Dictionary Only:
Explicit Words:

OVEREXTENSION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Overextension.

Overextension - as a noun

The state or quality of being overextended; extension beyond normal, correct, or appropriate bounds or limits.

Application of a term to too many referents, as for example when a child uses cat to refer to all animals.

Example Sentences

"The overextension of credit to subprime borrowers led to the financial crisis."
"The company's overextension of resources resulted in bankruptcy."
"He suffered an overextension of his knee during the basketball game."
"The child's overextension of language is a normal part of language development."
"The overextension of the bridge caused it to collapse."
View more

Word Game Points

Is OVEREXTENSION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, overextension is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OVEREXTENSION has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.

Is OVEREXTENSION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, overextension is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OVEREXTENSION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 26.

Is OVEREXTENSION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, overextension is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OVEREXTENSION has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

Word Variations & Relations

A-Z Proximities

Add 1 Letter To Make These Words...

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen