overexcite

[ oh-ver-ik-sahyt ]

verb (used with object)

, o·ver·ex·cit·ed, o·ver·ex·cit·ing.

1. to excite too much.

Other Words From

• over·ex·cita·ble adjective
• over·ex·cita·bili·ty noun
• over·ex·cita·bly adverb
• over·ex·citement noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of overexcite¹

First recorded in 1815–25; over- + excite

Example Sentences

That’s a description that may overexcite those who associate her with elitism, but also one that is not entirely inaccurate.

From New York Times

“Now don’t overexcite yourself, Grandpa,” Mrs. Bucket said.

From Literature

Ron was very agitated; Madam Pomfrey would not let him go down to watch the match, feeling it would overexcite him.

From Literature

“Be excited, but don’t overexcite yourself.”

From Washington Times

Acetylcholine to builds up, causing the nervous system to overexcite, which can cause death.

From National Geographic