overhandle

/ˌoʊvərˈhændl/ or /ˌoʊvərˈhændl/ or /ˌoʊvərˈhændəl/

Definitions

1. verb

to handle or deal with something, especially a situation, in a clumsy or incompetent way

“Her lack of experience led her to overhandle the situation, making things worse.”

2. noun

the act of handling or dealing with something in a clumsy or incompetent way

“The team’s overhandle of the project resulted in delays and increased costs.”

Synonyms

  • bungled
  • mismanage

Antonyms

  • handle
  • manage