overwork Synonyms

overwork Meaning

Wordnet

overwork (n)

the act of working too much or too long

Wordnet

overwork (v)

use too much

work excessively hard

Webster

overwork (v. t.)

To work beyond the strength; to cause to labor too much or too long; to tire excessively; as, to overwork a horse.

To fill too full of work; to crowd with labor.

To decorate all over.

To work too much, or beyond one's strength.

Webster

overwork (n.)

Work in excess of the usual or stipulated time or quantity; extra work; also, excessive labor.

FAQs About the word overwork

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Employees were overworked and exhausted, leading to decreased productivity.

The relentless overwork culture harmed morale and health in the workplace.

Despite the heavy workload, management refused to acknowledge the overwork situation.

Workers were pushed to their limits, resulting in burnout and high turnover rates.