Overthought: meaning, definitions and examples
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overthought
[ ˌoʊvərˈθɔt ]
excessive thinking
Overthought refers to the act of thinking about something too much or for too long. It often leads to anxiety and can prevent a person from making decisions. When someone overthinks, they may become trapped in a cycle of doubt and fear. This can affect their mental health and relationships.
Synonyms
deliberate, overanalyze, ponder, ruminate, worry.
Examples of usage
- I tend to overthink every decision I make.
- She overthought the conversation and assumed he was upset.
- Don't overthink it; just go with your gut feeling.
Translations
Translations of the word "overthought" in other languages:
🇵🇹 pensamento excessivo
🇮🇳 अधिक सोच
🇩🇪 Überdenken
🇮🇩 berpikir berlebihan
🇺🇦 зайве обдумування
🇵🇱 nadmierne myślenie
🇯🇵 過剰な思考
🇫🇷 pensée excessive
🇪🇸 pensamiento excesivo
🇹🇷 aşırı düşünme
🇰🇷 과도한 생각
🇸🇦 تفكير مفرط
🇨🇿 přehnané myšlení
🇸🇰 nadmerné premýšľanie
🇨🇳 过度思考
🇸🇮 pretirano razmišljanje
🇮🇸 ofurðu hugsun
🇰🇿 артық ойлау
🇬🇪 გადაჭარბებული აზროვნება
🇦🇿 şişirdilmiş düşüncə
🇲🇽 pensamiento excesivo
Etymology
The term 'overthink' is a compound of 'over' and 'think'. The prefix 'over-' often implies excess or superiority, indicating that the action of thinking is occurring beyond the normal or necessary limits. The word 'think' derives from Old English 'þencan', which means to consider or to think about. The concept of overthinking has gained popularity in recent years, especially with the rise of discussions around mental health and well-being. The term encapsulates the struggles many individuals face when their thoughts spiral out of control, leading to increased stress and anxiety. The modern usage of 'overthink' in psychological contexts highlights its relevance in the study of cognitive patterns, emphasizing how excessive rumination can impact decision-making and emotional health.