Definition of overdrive

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  • overdrive is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 16
  • overdrive is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 16
  • overdrive is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 18

Definition of overdrive

  • make use of too often or too extensively (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. overuse
  • a high gear used at high speeds to maintain the driving speed with less output power (noun)
  • drive or work too hard (verb)
  • the state of high or excessive activity or productivity or concentration (noun)

    Examples

    1. Troops are ready to go into overdrive as soon as the signal is given
    2. Melissa's brain was in overdrive

See definition of overdrive in Merriam Webster