overminute

/ˌoʊvərˈmɪnɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A moment longer than necessary or anticipated.

“She couldn’t help but notice the overminute pause before he spoke.”

2. adjective

Lasting or taking longer than necessary or anticipated.

“The overminute discussion took up most of the meeting time.”

Synonyms

  • excess
  • superfluous

Antonyms

  • brief
  • concise