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OVERACTING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Overacting.

Overacting - as a noun

Poor acting by a ham actor

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hamming

Overacting - as a verb

To act in an exaggerated manner.

Example: "He overacted his part."

To act upon, or influence, unduly.

Example Sentences

"His overacting in the play made it difficult to take his character seriously."
"The director had to ask the actor to tone down his overacting during the emotional scene."
"She received criticism from the critics for her overacting in the movie."
"The overacting in the comedy skit was intentional, adding to the humor."
"His overacting on stage drew attention away from the other performers."
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Word Game Points

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

OVERACTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is OVERACTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, overacting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OVERACTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is OVERACTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, overacting is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OVERACTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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