OVERCOMPENSATE
Scrabble letter values: O1V4E1R1C3O1M3P3E1N1S1A1T1E1 = 23
Definition
- verb make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities. — synonyms: cover, compensate
- verb make excessive corrections for fear of making an error. — synonyms: over-correct
Examples
- “he is compensating for being a bad father”