overspring

/ˌɔvərˈsprɪŋ/

Definitions

1. verb

to overflow or exceed a limit, especially in terms of time or amount

“The project has oversprung its budget, and we will have to cut costs.”

2. noun

an overflowing or excessive amount

“The overspring of the dam caused a massive flood in the nearby village.”

Synonyms

  • exceed
  • overflow
  • overrun

Antonyms

  • fall short
  • underflow