Vocabulary Entry

overprotection

|noun • verb • adjective

noun

The act of protecting someone or something excessively.

Example Sentences

"Her overprotection of her children made it difficult for them to develop independence."

"The coach's overprotection of his star player limited the team's overall performance."

"Overprotection can lead to challenges in social development for young adults."

verb

Example Sentences

"Parents often overprotect their children to ensure their safety."

"He tends to overprotect his investments, which sometimes leads to missed opportunities."

"They decided to overprotect their garden by putting up a tall fence."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The overprotective parent refused to let her child go on the school trip."

"His overprotective nature made it hard for friends to be open with him."

"She had an overprotective dog that barked at anyone who approached."