Definition of overdone

"Overdone" is a combination of the prefix "over-" and the past participle of the verb "do." "Over-" indicates an excess or exceeding of something, while "done" implies completion or action. Therefore, "overdone" literally means "done too much" or "excessively done." It signifies something that has been carried out beyond its appropriate or optimal level. The word originated in the late Middle English period and has been used in various contexts, including cooking, acting, and everyday situations where something is considered excessive or exaggerated.