Synonyms of overproduction

overproduction

noun

as in surplus

the act of producing more of something than is needed or wanted

The overproduction of oil caused the fuel companies to lower their prices.

Heartburn can be caused by the overproduction of stomach acid.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• surplus
• excess
• abundance
• oversupply
• overabundance
• overstock
• overflow
• surfeit
• surplusage
• superabundance
• superfluity
• overage
• overkill
• sufficiency
• redundancy
• plethora
• overplus
• fat
• plus
• profusion
• bellyful
• plenty
• overmuch
• bounty
• plentitude

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• lack
• scarcity
• dearth
• deficiency
• deficit
• want
• insufficiency
• undersupply

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of overproduction

China’s overproduction of industrial goods, electric vehicle exports, and investment restrictions are also fueling disputes with the European Union and other trading partners, who are weighing trade barriers against China. —Myron Brilliant, TIME, 12 Mar. 2025

Both China and Europe strive to be global leaders in the clean technology sector, for instance, and Chinese overproduction is threatening European industrial champions, particularly in the auto sector. —Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 11 Mar. 2025

According to Petersen, overproduction is a major issue in the footwear industry. —Nadja Sayej, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025

Unbalanced hormones and overproduction of androgens like testosterone can contribute to acne. —Mary Choy, Verywell Health, 6 Mar. 2025