Vocabulary Entry

overprotect

|verb • adjective

verb

To protect someone or something too much, to the point that it may be detrimental.

Example Sentences

"She tends to overprotect her children from making their own mistakes."

"His parents overprotected him, limiting his independence."

"The company overprotects its intellectual property, failing to share ideas with potential partners."

adjective

Example Sentences

"His overprotective nature made it hard for her to socialize."

"They implemented overprotective measures for the safety of the students."

"Her overprotective instincts kicked in when she heard rumors about the party."