overthinking; thinking too much
Refers to the act of thinking about something excessively, often leading to worry or indecision. Commonly used in casual and psychological contexts.
Overthinking isn't good for you.
He always overthinks and can't take action.
overthink; think too much; worry excessively
Standard spelling using the common kanji 考 and kana for the suffix.
Alternate spelling with the kanji 過 for the suffix; less common but still seen.
Compound of 考え (kangae, 'thinking', stem of 考える) + すぎ (sugi, 'excess', from 過ぎる).