Overmoderate

Pronunciation: /ˈoʊvɝˈmɑdɝˌeɪt/

Overmoderate (adj)

  1. Using more limits or rules than necessary, so people feel less free or less able to act.
  2. Set to a level of restraint that is stronger than intended, reducing the effect of something.

Overmoderate (adjective)

Examples

  • The rules feel overmoderate, and they slow everything down.
  • Her overmoderate tone made the meeting less open.