OVERFEED Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

overfeed

verb

Definition of overfeed

as in to overeat

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Recent Examples of overfeed Schedule feeding can lead to overfeeding or underfeeding which can cause uncomfortable sensations for the baby such as painful gas (and the crying associated with it), difficulty sleeping, and never feeling truly full. — Lauryn Higgins, Parents, 7 July 2025 The court heard during the case in 2023 that Letby attacked babies in her care by administering air into their blood and stomachs, overfeeding them with milk, physically assaulting them, and poisoning them with insulin. — Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 1 July 2025 During her trial, which began in October 2022, several colleagues testified to witnessing unusual behavior from the former nurse, while Letby was also accused of overfeeding some of the infants with milk and air. — Kirsty Hatcher, People.com, 1 July 2025 Napping after overfeeding on food is a dilemma many of us will be fortunate to face on Christmas Day. — Robert Lea, Space.com, 18 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for overfeed

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Verb

To reduce the risk of overeating later in the day, Serlie recommends eating a good breakfast with enough protein.

— Maggie Donahue, HEALTH, 1 Sep. 2026
Nutritionists say the real risk on these drugs isn’t overeating.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson July 15, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026

Definition of overeat

Verb

By Wednesday evening, the intersection of the high rise was taped off and nearby streets were glutted with flashing police vehicles as officers with long rifles and dogs streamed into and out of the building.

— Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2026
Previous predictions showed the industry downturn extending through 2026 and the global plastics glut not being fully solved until 2030, Carter said.

— Jordan Blum, Fortune, 30 July 2026

Definition of glut

Verb

Nestlé Buncha Crunch Buncha Crunch took the crispy chocolate of Crunch bars and transformed it into bite-sized clusters that were easy to snack on by the handful.

— Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 24 Aug. 2026
The best time to snack depends on your hunger, meals, and daily routine, but mid-morning and mid-afternoon are often good times.

— Lindsey DeSoto, HEALTH, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of snack

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