overmanage

/ˌoʊvərˈmænɪdʒ/ or /ˌoʊvərˈmændʒ/

Definitions

1. verb

to manage or direct something in an excessively careful or detailed manner.

“The manager was accused of overmanaging the team’s workload, leading to burnout.”

2. noun

the act of managing or directing something in an excessively careful or detailed manner.

“Overmanagement of the project led to delays and increased costs.”

3. adjective

characterized by or tending to manage or direct something in an excessively careful or detailed manner.

“The overmanaged team struggled to meet deadlines due to the excessive planning.”

Synonyms

  • micromanage
  • oversee
  • supervise

Antonyms

  • neglect
  • undermanage