OVERACHIEVER Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

overachiever

noun

Definition of overachiever

as in powerhouse

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Recent Examples of overachiever Funnye, however, is an obvious overachiever. — Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 May 2026 These products have cemented their place in beauty history as disrupters and overachievers, so be prepared to see a lot of copycats. — Marci Robin, Allure, 19 May 2026 Among Japan’s best skincare buys, this is a quiet overachiever. — Anita Bhagwandas, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026 White, though, was an overachiever as a 33rd-round draft pick. — Tyler Kepner, New York Times, 30 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for overachiever

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The matchup for the FIFA World Cup semifinal at AT&T Stadium is set, with powerhouses France and Spain playing for a chance to advance to the final.

— Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 July 2026
Mona, the largest private museum in Australia, is executing the new museum with the aid of Asset World Corporation (AWC), a Thai real estate powerhouse.

— News Desk, Artforum, 10 July 2026

Definition of powerhouse

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Back at the dilapidated family home, Edgar grows even surlier, lashing into gentle-natured Joe for being an under-achiever compared to his brother and causing Thya to become apprehensive about Ed’s proximity to sharp objects.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026
Lower-performing students have fallen furthest, widening the gap between the highest and lowest achievers.

— Ariel Kalil, Washington Post, 23 June 2026

Definition of achiever

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Fueled by journalism that informs and inspires, Forbes spotlights the doers and doings shaping industries, achieving success and making an impact on the world.

— Forbes Press Releases, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
However, the cover of the first issue of Forbes magazine did include the words devoted to doers and doings.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 20 May 2026

Definition of doer

Noun

Others could find your go-getter approach refreshing, while some may experience it as confrontational.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026
Scorpio The sign symbolized by the Scorpion is co-ruled by go-getter Mars and transformative Pluto, leading your kiddo to be quite dynamic, fearless, magnetic, and powerful.

— Maressa Brown, Parents, 18 June 2026

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