overfond

/ɒvərˈfɒnd/

Definitions

1. adjective

excessively fond or enthusiastic, to an annoying or insufferable degree.

“Her overfond praise for her child’s painting skills was grating on everyone’s nerves.”

2. noun

A person who is excessively fond or enthusiastic, to an annoying or insufferable degree.

“The overfond fan was asked to leave the concert venue due to his disrupting behavior.”

Synonyms

  • enthusiastic
  • overzealous

Antonyms

  • aloof
  • indifferent