overwrought

adjective

ˌō-vər-ˈrȯt How to pronounce overwrought (audio)
Definition of overwroughtnext
1
as in heated
being in a state of increased activity or agitation became overwrought when she heard that her child was missing

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2
as in ornate
elaborately and often excessively decorated the author's prose is overwrought with purple passages and florid metaphors

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Recent Examples of overwrought Keep accessories and outer layers minimal; a shoulder or bucket bag, jean jacket, or cardigan will keep this ‘fit from feeling overwrought. — Amber Rambharose, InStyle, 18 June 2026 Where once she was ridiculed as emotionally overwrought with outlandish opinions, now she is greatly admired for her bold life choices and the progressive views of her Vindication of the Rights of Woman. — Literary Hub, 5 June 2026 The leads can be overwrought, shouting lines across the stage while the Gothic-style doorways, sharp directional lighting and ooh-ahh practical effects do their complicated dance. — John Wenzel, Denver Post, 4 June 2026 On the other, there is the overwrought but far-fetched revenge for her death. — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 1 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for overwrought
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overwrought
  1. heated
  2. ornate
  3. excited
  4. baroque
  5. agitated
  6. extravagant
Adjective
  • Don’t miss a dip in the heated indoor pool or a moment of quiet in the peaceful private garden.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The battle between Sanford and GOAA became especially heated after the Sanford airfield applied to trademark its name and logo, succeeded, and GOAA filed an appeal.
    — Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of heated
Adjective
  • As for finishing touches, Saldaña wore a pair of Aquazzura white pointed toe pumps with ornate cutouts.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 31 July 2026
  • Overly grand staircases and ornate rail details are both considered outdated by designers.
    — The Spruce, The Spruce, 30 July 2026
Definition of ornate
Adjective
  • This is because patients are increasingly excited to use wearables and other devices to gather more information and metrics regarding their own health.
    — Forbes.com, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • These very same donors, Eustis said, are the ones who feel most excited to be sitting among the citizenry in Central Park, watching the beauty of public art unfold in a joyous communal atmosphere.
    — Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2026
Definition of excited
Adjective
  • There’s just something so deeply magnetic about baroque pearls, which are known for their irregular, non-spherical shape.
    — Selene Oliva, Glamour, 13 July 2026
  • Gyllenhaal received the President’s Award on Friday at the festival’s opening night ceremony, and talked to the international press on Saturday in a suite at the neo-baroque Grand Hotel Pupp in Karlovy Vary.
    — Carole Horst, Variety, 4 July 2026
Definition of baroque
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  • Clancy became agitated, but never fully woke up once given the Narcan, which is typically used to treat heroin or fentanyl overdoes, Constanzo noted.
    — Andi Babineau, CNN Money, 30 July 2026
  • Costanzo said Clancy became agitated, reaching out her arms, but never woke up.
    — Kristina Rex, CBS News, 30 July 2026
Definition of agitated
Adjective
  • The company has deals with many studios as well, as filmmakers try to generate more extravagant shots at lower costs.
    — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The era is remembered as a golden age of prosperity, paired with a thriving art and culture scene—Toulouse-Lautrec posters, the Eiffel Tower (built in 1889), extravagant fashion, the Moulin Rouge, and the flourishing Impressionist art world.
    — R. Daniel Foster, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
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