Definitions

1. verb

to act or proceed with more speed or haste than is prudent or desirable

“The new government’s hasty decisions were criticized for overhastening the country’s economic recovery.”

2. verb (transitive)

to cause someone or something to act or proceed with more speed or haste than is prudent or desirable

“The investor’s impulsive actions overhastened the project’s timeline.”

3. verb (intransitive)

to proceed with more speed or haste than is prudent or desirable

“The team’s plans were put on hold after realizing they were overhastening their preparations.”