overachiever
|o-ver-a-chiev-er|
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/ˌoʊvərəˈtʃiːvər/
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/ˌəʊvərəˈtʃiːvə/
exceeds expectations
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overachiever' originates from the prefix 'over-' meaning 'beyond' and the word 'achieve' from Old French 'achever', meaning 'to finish'.
Historical Evolution
'achieve' changed from the Old French word 'achever' and eventually became the modern English word 'achieve'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to finish or complete', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to accomplish or attain'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who performs better or achieves more success than expected.
She was always an overachiever, excelling in both academics and sports.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42