Synonyms of overproduction

overproduction

noun

as in surplus

the act of producing more of something than is needed or wanted

The overproduction of oil caused the fuel companies to lower their prices.

Heartburn can be caused by the overproduction of stomach acid.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• surplus
• excess
• abundance
• oversupply
• overabundance
• overstock
• overflow
• surfeit
• surplusage
• superabundance
• superfluity
• overage
• overkill
• sufficiency
• redundancy
• plethora
• overplus
• fat
• plus
• profusion
• bellyful
• plenty
• overmuch
• bounty
• plentitude

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• lack
• scarcity
• dearth
• deficiency
• deficit
• want
• insufficiency
• undersupply

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of overproduction

The data revealed that a substantial portion of waste stemmed from overproduction, prompting The Shelbourne to adjust its approach to buffet service, a mainstay of luxury hotels. —Christopher Elliott, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025

Extra flaky, tough skin might also signal psoriasis, an autoimmune disorder that triggers keratin overproduction (resulting in scaly and more inflamed lesions) or eczema (especially if your symptoms are paired with relentless itchiness). —Jenna Ryu, SELF, 9 Jan. 2025

Oily skin: Skin with an overproduction of sebum looks that feels shiny is oily. —Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 22 Jan. 2025

Some factors that contribute to breakouts are inflammation, an overproduction of sebum (oil), blocked pores from dead skin cells, and bacteria on your skin. —Amanda Svachula, Health, 13 Jan. 2025