Definitions

1. verb

to describe or represent something as being less valuable or desirable than it actually is, often in order to lower its price or make it more attractive to buyers

“The company accused its competitor of overselling its new product to artificially boost sales.”

2. verb

to sell or offer something in excess of what is needed or wanted, often at a lower price

“The retailer oversold the winter clothing and now has to clear out the inventory.”

3. adjective

having been sold or offered for sale in excess of what is needed or wanted, often at a lower price

“The store had a section of overstocked and oversold items on clearance.”

4. noun

the act of selling or offering something in excess of what is needed or wanted, often at a lower price

“The store manager had to deal with the consequences of the company’s oversold inventory.”