Overreaction

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  • noun. A reaction that is excessive.
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  • noun. an excessive reaction; a reaction with inappropriate emotional behavior
    • Word Usage
    "In some ways, I'm surprised rightists reject the "our overreaction is the greater threat" worldview, and not just because it's the one supported by available evidence."
    Hypernym
    Words that are more generic or abstract
    reaction  response  
    Same Context
    Words that are found in similar contexts
    admonishment  anecdotage  backbiting  berating  boondoggle  
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