Overwrought

usgb/ˌəʊvərˈrɔːt/
adjective

Too worried or upset.

He became overwrought when he lost his keys.
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Often appears as...

  • overwrought with worry
  • overwrought with grief
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Emotional Intensity

Suggests an overwhelming level of emotion that's hard to control.

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He was overwrought upon hearing the tragic news.
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Negative Feelings

Often used to express negative emotional states, rarely positive ones.

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Her overwrought pleas for help conveyed her despair.
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Extreme Reaction

Indicates a reaction beyond what's normally expected.

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Missing the train left him overwrought and inconsolable.
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