Use 'overambitious' when someone ignores realistic limits in their plans or actions. The startup failed due to overambitious expansion without the necessary funds.
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Unrealistic Expectations
It implies that expectations or targets are too high to be achieved in a given circumstance. The overambitious targets set by the manager demoralized the team.
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Negative Outcome
'Overambitious' often suggests that there will be negative consequences due to excessive ambition. Her overambitious schedule led to stress and health issues.