Synonyms for

Overprotective

Verb / ˌəʊvɜ:prʌˈtektʌv / Another word for overprotective — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Overprotective means excessively protective, overly cautious, or excessively concerned for someone's safety or well-being.

Synonyms & similar words

overcautious overcaring overconcerned overanxious hovering smothering helicopter overzealous paranoid overworried oversolicitous overdoting overattentive overbearing overdiligent overwatchful overworried overcareful overanxious overworried

Example sentences

  1. The overprotective father doesn't allow his children to play outside alone.
  2. Her overprotective nature sometimes hinders her children from exploring new things.
  3. The overprotective nanny always keeps a close eye on the kids.
  4. Overprotective parents often have good intentions but can sometimes hinder their children's independence.
  5. The overprotective sister always worries about her younger brother's safety.

Quotes

  • 'Being overprotective is just a way of showing someone how much you care.' - Unknown
  • 'Sometimes being a brother is even better than being a superhero.' - Marc Brown
  • 'Parents can only give good advice or put them on the right paths, but the final forming of a person's character lies in their own hands.' - Anne Frank

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