Definitions

1. noun

a reaction that is excessive or violent, especially in response to a situation

“The riot was a result of overaction by the crowd, which was sparked by the police’s decision to use tear gas.”

2. noun

an excessive or violent act, especially in response to a situation

“The politician’s overaction in the crisis meeting was widely criticized for being impulsive and unproductive.”

3. noun

an act of overreaction, especially in response to a situation

“The company’s overaction to the negative reviews led to a loss of customer trust and a decline in sales.”

4. verb

to overreact to a situation

“The manager overacted to the news of the stock market downturn, and the company’s stock price plummeted.”