overdebate

/ˌoʊvərˈdɛbət/

Definitions

1. verb

to discuss or argue something at excessive length, often to the point of being tiresome or pointless

“The team spent hours overdebating the minor details of the plan, ultimately missing the deadline.”

2. noun

excessive or pointless discussion or argument

“The overdebate at the meeting dragged on for hours, wasting everyone’s time.”

Synonyms

  • nitpick
  • quibble

Antonyms

  • conciseness
  • efficiency