overachievement
Translation
overachievement
Examples
His overachievement in school was a source of stress.
His overachievement at school was a source of stress.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) the act of achieving more than is expected His overachievement at school was a source of stress.
Similar Words
Synonyms: excellence, high performance; Antonyms: underachievement, failure
Etymology
From the prefix 'over-' (meaning above or beyond) and 'achievement' (a thing done successfully).
Memory Tips
Think of it as going 'over' the expected level of 'achievement'.