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overdone
This word carries a strong sense of "too much of a good thing" becoming a flaw. It implies a crossing of a threshold where a positive quality transforms into a negative one due to a lack of restraint or timing. In a culinary sense, it suggests a loss of quality and texture.
When applied to art, behavior, or style, it suggests a lack of subtlety. It describes something that tries too hard to be impressive or emotional, ultimately feeling forced or artificial rather than genuine.
Meanings
Examples
The steak is completely overdone and tastes like rubber.
I think the makeup for this character is a bit overdone.
The vegetables were overdone and had lost all their color.
His reaction to the news seemed a little overdone.
The decorations for the party were a bit overdone.
I hope I didn't leave the pasta in the pot too long because it looks overdone.
The acting in that scene was so overdone that it became funny.
The gold trim on the palace walls felt slightly overdone.