overprice

[ oh-ver-prahys ]

verb (used with object)

, o·ver·priced, o·ver·pric·ing.

1. to price excessively high; set too high a price on.

Word History and Origins

Origin of overprice¹

First recorded in 1595–1605; over- + price

Example Sentences

He said the organisation was also concerned about unregulated companies targeting older, potentially vulnerable, homeowners pushing them to pay for an overpriced removal service during cold calls.

From BBC

Flanked by overpriced band tees and 20-somethings who somehow managed to all look like the same type of hipster, we hunted for bargains.

From Los Angeles Times

But, because a handful of the least-attractive tickets were a bit overpriced, the cheapest ticket for Game 1 now is a tad cheaper.

From Los Angeles Times

The whole world is awash in scammy supplements and overpriced, ineffective diet plans, none of which is subject to the regulation or research requirements that hem in, however imperfectly, the pharmaceutical industry.

From Salon

“Oh, I really need that coffee, that overpriced latte.”

From Los Angeles Times