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Vocabulary Entry
overboard
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
The state of being over the side of a ship or boat; can refer to items discarded into the water.
Example Sentences
"After the storm, debris was found overboard."
"He fell overboard and had to be rescued."
"They threw old fishing gear overboard to lighten the load."
V
verb
To become excessively enthusiastic or to lose control; to literally go over the side of a vessel.
Example Sentences
"She was so excited about the trip that she overboarded on the celebrations."
"The sailor unfortunately overboarded during a rough wave."
"He tended to overboard with his jokes, making the group uncomfortable."
A
adjective
Describing a state of being excessive, particularly in terms of enthusiasm or actions.
Example Sentences
"His overboard enthusiasm made the team feel pressured."
"They planned an overboard party with too many guests."
"Her overboard comments often led to awkward situations."