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Overactive Definition & Meaning

overactive
adjective
  1. more active than normal; "a hyperactive child"

"Overactive" in song lyrics

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  • "thyroid - overactive"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does overactive mean?
more active than normal; "a hyperactive child"
What part of speech is overactive?
Overactive is an adjective.

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