overcompensate

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overcompensate in WordNet English dictionary

verb

make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities
"he is compensating for being a bad father"
cover compensate overcompensate
make excessive corrections for fear of making an error
over-correct overcompensate

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overcompensate in English Wiktionary

(verb) To do an excessive amount in one area in an effort to overcome a perceived lack in another area.
(verb) To provide excessive pay or reward for work performed.

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