as in excessive
going beyond a normal or acceptable limit in degree or amount
I think you put overmuch care into your personal appearance—get over yourself
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as in overly
beyond a normal or acceptable limit
you worry overmuch about what other people think
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as in excess
the state or an instance of going beyond what is usual, proper, or needed
you must not expect an overmuch of gratitude from a very young child
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Recent Examples of overmuch
Literary Hub,
2 Apr. 2026
That day, Secretary of State Marco Rubio told lawmakers not to fret overmuch—Trump’s goal was merely to buy, not to attack, the island.
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Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
11 Jan. 2026
The earlier graffiti hadn’t seemed to bother them overmuch, but this?
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Patt Morrison,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2024
Austin Wintory’s original score is effective, but takes care not to intrude overmuch on the conceit of in-ya-face realism.
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Dennis Harvey,
Variety,
5 Nov. 2021
Or any of the dozens of other education buzzwords that people embrace, often without overmuch attention to the fine print.
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Frederick Hess,
Forbes,
19 Oct. 2021
That may not mean overmuch, though.
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John O'Sullivan,
National Review,
27 Aug. 2020
Meyer says consumers shouldn't worry overmuch about ham prices for the holidays.
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Laura Reiley,
chicagotribune.com,
26 Nov. 2019
Meyer says consumers shouldn’t worry overmuch about ham prices for the holidays.
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Laura Reiley,
Washington Post,
25 Nov. 2019
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
6 June 2022
But sometimes the people have exalted their dictators and have not cared overmuch about the rule of law.
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Philip Zelikow,
The Atlantic,
11 Aug. 2017
Adjective
Paeans to matters of the flesh — birthmarks, necks, genitals, odors, butt hair, the asymmetry of noses — accumulate thrilling details without worrying overmuch about expedience.
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Literary Hub,
2 Apr. 2026
That day, Secretary of State Marco Rubio told lawmakers not to fret overmuch—Trump’s goal was merely to buy, not to attack, the island.
—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
11 Jan. 2026
The earlier graffiti hadn’t seemed to bother them overmuch, but this?
—
Patt Morrison,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2024
Austin Wintory’s original score is effective, but takes care not to intrude overmuch on the conceit of in-ya-face realism.
—
Dennis Harvey,
Variety,
5 Nov. 2021
Or any of the dozens of other education buzzwords that people embrace, often without overmuch attention to the fine print.
—
Frederick Hess,
Forbes,
19 Oct. 2021
That may not mean overmuch, though.
—
John O'Sullivan,
National Review,
27 Aug. 2020
Meyer says consumers shouldn't worry overmuch about ham prices for the holidays.
—
Laura Reiley,
chicagotribune.com,
26 Nov. 2019
Meyer says consumers shouldn’t worry overmuch about ham prices for the holidays.
—
Laura Reiley,
Washington Post,
25 Nov. 2019
Adverb
Politicians are known to get into the weeds of their findings to try to make political points by attacking the other side, and to focus overmuch on the wonky inner workings of U.S. bureaucracy than on bigger themes.
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Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
6 June 2022
But sometimes the people have exalted their dictators and have not cared overmuch about the rule of law.
—
Philip Zelikow,
The Atlantic,
11 Aug. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overmuch
Adjective
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Christensen suggests the state should instead focus on stripping back environmental regulations that make brush clearance and fire prevention costly, which would ensure state firefighters are not working excessive overtime and the state budget is not being stretched beyond its means.
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Last September, the group published a 336-page report affirming that ABA should be included as a basic benefit under TRICARE, without the excessive administrative barriers that have disrupted treatment for children in military families.
Adverb
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Better yet, soothing ingredients like chamomile flower water and hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid keep skin feeling comfortable, so your complexion looks fresh—not overly matte.
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These controls proved responsive throughout my testing, but were sometimes overly sensitive.
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If feedback arrives, stay curious and trim the excess, since structure turns spark into useful results.
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Doug Goldstein, the former longtime manager of Guns N’ Roses, who saw the hard rock group through the heights of commercial success and chaotic periods of rock ‘n’ roll excess, has died.
Adjective
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The extreme conditions are driven by a heat dome, a high pressure weather system that can trap heat for days, even weeks.
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That day in Redding, temperatures surged to 109 degrees, triggering an extreme heat warning for the area.
Adverb
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So too did a record 400-million-barrel release from the International Energy Agency’s strategic petroleum reserves – a supply boost that’s still underway.
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The man who made a reputation by doing the impossible with African Cup of Nation wins had too little time to find the magic with Tunisia.
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In 2022, California recorded a nearly $100 billion surplus, saved just $10 billion in its rainy day fund and then spent the rest.
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Those include requiring property owners to file a claim with the government for any surplus proceeds from the tax sale.
Adjective
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Peterson would fulfill steep guard needs for the Jazz.
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In this kind of unpredictable environment, putting money on the line can lead to either significant gains or steep losses for bettors.
Adverb
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Both point out that pickle juice is high in sodium; infrequently or in small doses, that’s fine, but if consumed excessively, pickle juice can pretty quickly put you beyond the daily amount of sodium health experts recommend that people consume.
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The scene isn’t excessively played for shock value or tragedy.
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“Overmuch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overmuch. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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