OVERSHOOT
/ˈoʊ.vɚˌshut/
9 letters · 3 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of OVERSHOOT
The amount by which something goes too far.
"Let's see if we can predict and correct for the overshoot."
When the population of a species exceeds its environment's carrying capacity.
To go past something; to go too far.
"When you drive, you must remember to not overshoot the parking space and end up with two wheels over the line."
To shoot beyond; to shoot too far to hit something.
To pass swiftly over; to fly beyond.
Examples of OVERSHOOT in a Sentence
- "Let's see if we can predict and correct for the overshoot."
- "When you drive, you must remember to not overshoot the parking space and end up with two wheels over the line."
Word Details
Is OVERSHOOT a Scrabble Word?
Yes, OVERSHOOT is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: OVERSHOOT uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for OVERSHOOT
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | o | v | e | r | s | h | o | o | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
| WWF | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in OVERSHOOT
100 words from the letters in OVERSHOOT
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How to Use OVERSHOOT in Word Games
OVERSHOOT is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble OVERSHOOT to find 100 additional valid words.