overclimb

/ˌoʊvərˈklɪm/

Definitions

1. verb

to climb too high or beyond a safe or possible point, especially in a figurative sense.

“The ambitious entrepreneur tried to overclimb the competitive market, but eventually faced financial struggles.”

2. noun

the act of climbing too high or beyond a safe or possible point.

“The overclimb in the company’s stock price was followed by a sharp decline.”

Synonyms

  • overextend
  • overreach

Antonyms

  • accomplish
  • underachieve