Overripe
Pronunciation: /ˈoʊvərˈraɪp/
Overripe (adj)
- Describes fruit or vegetables that are past their best ripeness and may taste too soft or sweet.
- Describes an idea, plan, or style that has developed too far and now seems less fresh or less effective.
Overripe (adjective)
Examples
- The overripe fruit smelled sweet and sour.
- I threw away the overripe fruit because it was soft.