Overpay

usgb/ˌəʊvərˈpeɪ/
verb

To pay more than the real value or price.

I feel like I overpaid for my new phone.
Visual representation of "overpay" - To pay more than the real value or price.

Often appears as...

  • overpay for something
  • overpay by an amount
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Visual representation of "overpay"
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Market Value

Understand the normal price of things to avoid overpaying.

Illustration for Market Value
Before buying a car, I research to not overpay.
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Bargaining Context

Overpay is often used when buyers don't negotiate the price down.

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At the market, you'll overpay if you don't bargain.
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Buyer's Regret

Overpay can imply regret about spending too much money.

Illustration for Buyer's Regret
After the auction, I felt I overpaid for the painting.
Visual representation of the word "Overpay"

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