"overcompensate" meaning in English

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        "To do an excessive amount in one area in an effort to overcome a perceived lack in another area."
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        "(intransitive) To do an excessive amount in one area in an effort to overcome a perceived lack in another area."
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        "To provide with excessive pay or reward for work performed."
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        "(transitive) To provide with excessive pay or reward for work performed."
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