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Overachieving: meaning, definitions and examples

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overachieving

[ ˌoʊ.vər.əˈtʃiːvɪŋ ]

Verb / Noun

^{Context #1 | Verb}

in a work environment

To perform better or achieve more than expected or required, often to the point of experiencing stress or burnout.

Synonyms

exceed expectations, excel, outperform.

Examples of usage

He was overachieving in order to impress his boss.
She was overachieving to meet the deadlines.
The pressure to keep overachieving was taking a toll on his health.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

general context

A person who performs better or achieves more than expected or required.

Synonyms

excellent performer, high achiever, top performer.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
overachieving	Describes someone who performs beyond what is expected or required, often to the point of excess. Can have a negative connotation if implying that someone is excessively driven or outshines others too much. She was accused of overachieving in her role, leading to tension with her colleagues. His overachieving nature made others feel inadequate.
high achiever	Refers to someone who consistently attains high levels of success or accomplishment. Positive, often used in academic or career-oriented contexts. High achievers often set the standard for others to follow. In school, he was always known as a high achiever.
excellent performer	Describes someone who consistently performs at a high level. Generally positive and often used in professional or academic settings. As an excellent performer, she was always the first choice for important projects. The company awarded him the 'Excellent Performer of the Year' title.
top performer	Indicates someone who is one of the best or the best in a particular group or field. Positive and often used in professional environments. As a top performer, she was quickly promoted to a leadership role. The company's top performers were given special recognition and bonuses.

Examples of usage

She's known as an overachieving student.
He's a classic overachieving athlete.

Translations

Translations of the word "overachieving" in other languages:

🇵🇹 excessivamente ambicioso

🇮🇳 अतिरिक्त उपलब्धि प्राप्त करना

🇩🇪 überdurchschnittlich erfolgreich

🇮🇩 terlalu ambisius

🇺🇦 надмірне досягнення

🇵🇱 przesadnie ambitny

🇯🇵 過度に達成する

🇫🇷 trop ambitieux

🇪🇸 demasiado ambicioso

🇹🇷 aşırı hırslı

🇰🇷 과도하게 성취하는

🇸🇦 طموح بشكل مفرط

🇨🇿 přehnaně ambiciózní

🇸🇰 nadmerne ambiciózny

🇨🇳 过度成就

🇸🇮 pretirano ambiciozen

🇮🇸 ofmetnaðarfullur

🇰🇿 артық амбициялы

🇬🇪 გადასაჭარბებლად ამბიციური

🇦🇿 həddindən artıq iddialı

🇲🇽 demasiado ambicioso

Etymology

The term 'overachieving' originated in the mid-20th century in the context of academic and professional settings. It reflects society's emphasis on success and productivity. The pressure to overachieve can be attributed to a competitive environment and high expectations. Overachieving can lead to both positive outcomes, such as recognition and advancement, as well as negative consequences, such as stress and burnout.