Word: overzealous
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: o
ver
zeal
ous
Definition: Too zealous; too enthusiastic or fervent.
Morphemes:
Affix: over-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: excessively
Affix: zeal
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A person who exhibits such fervour or tireless devotion.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: ζῆλος
Language: grc
Decoded: zelos
Meaning: zeal, jealousy
Affix: -ous
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form adjectives from nouns, to denote possession or presence of a quality in any degree, commonly in abundance.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: -ōsus
Language: la
Decoded: -osus
Meaning: full, full of