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Overcompensate

usgb/ˌəʊvərˈkɑːmpenseɪt/Volume
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Using 'overcompensate' may suggest someone is insecure or has self-doubt about something. SlideShe often speaks loudly to overcompensate for feeling ignored as a child.
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'Overcompensate' typically implies trying too hard in a way that might be unhelpful or make things worse. SlideAfter messing up the presentation, Joe overcompensated by emailing everyone daily updates.
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Overcompensation can be an internal process, not always seen by others. SlideThough appearing calm, she's overcompensating internally for her nerves.
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