overready

/ˌoʊvəˈridi/

Definitions

1. adjective

over-prepared or excessively ready for a situation.

“The overready contestant practiced for months, but still couldn’t answer the final question.”

2. noun

A state of being overly prepared or excessively ready.

“The overreadiness of the team led to a lack of spontaneity in their performance.”

Synonyms

  • excessively ready
  • over-prepared

Antonyms

  • inadequate
  • unprepared