overspend

verb

over·​spend ˌō-vər-ˈspend How to pronounce overspend (audio)
overspent ˌō-vər-ˈspent How to pronounce overspend (audio) ; overspending
Synonyms of overspendnext

transitive verb

1
: to spend or use to excess : exhaust
2
: to exceed in expenditure

intransitive verb

: to spend beyond one's means
overspender noun

Examples of overspend in a Sentence

The studio clearly overspent on marketing, and the movie was still a flop.
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If a club is overspending on their salary limit, La Liga can restrict their ability to register new players, or contract renewals of existing players. Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 1 June 2026 Transportation is one area where many travelers overspend without realizing it. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 28 May 2026 Here, Forbes Coaches Council members share their favorite low-cost strategies for fostering a fun, supportive and inclusive atmosphere to bring more joy into the workplace without overspending. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026 That leaves you vulnerable to overspending if something unexpected happens during your procedure. Liz Knueven, CNBC, 15 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for overspend

Word History

First Known Use

1593, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of overspend was in 1593

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“Overspend.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overspend. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.

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