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OVERUSE Synonyms

There are 4 synonyms of the word overuse. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the word overuse. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for OVERUSE

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overdrive
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• the state of high or excessive activity or productivity or concentration

• a high gear used at high speeds to maintain the driving speed with less output power

verb

• drive or work too hard

• make use of too often or too extensively

overexploitation
nounn
noun

• exploitation to the point of diminishing returns

overutilisation
nounn
noun

• exploitation to the point of diminishing returns

overutilization
nounn
noun

• exploitation to the point of diminishing returns

Best Hypernyms For OVERUSE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for overuse, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (7)
apply development employ exploitation use utilise utilize

Alternatives for OVERDRIVE

Words (1)
od
Abbreviations (1)
o.d.
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