verb
- to study excessively or beyond what is necessary or healthy
Usage: transitive or intransitive; often implies negative consequences such as fatigue or burnout
Examples
- She tends to overstudy before exams, which leaves her exhausted.
- Don't overstudy the night before the test; you need rest.
- He overstudied the material so much that he confused himself.
- Students who overstudy often experience stress and anxiety.
- It's possible to overstudy and still not retain the information effectively.