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What is another word for Overtax? – 143 Overtax Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    burden overload strain stress oppress weigh encumber tax exhaustion fatigue drain deplete weaken enfeeble cripple hamstring hinder impede obstruct overload overexert overstrain overwork overburden overtax overextend overstretch overreach exhaust enervate debilitate incapacitate paralyze overwhelm suffocate smother crush grind bear down weigh down press down force down.

    Meaning of Overtax

    To exert or impose too much strain or pressure on something or someone.

    Definitions

    • To impose a tax or burden that is too heavy or excessive.
    • To use or exert something too much, so that it becomes weakened or exhausted.
    • To make someone or something work or function too hard, so that they become exhausted or weakened.

    Etymology of Overtax

    The word "overtax" comes from the combination of "over" and "tax", with "over" implying excess or surplus, and "tax" referring to a burden or strain.
    The term has its roots in the 15th century, when it was used to describe the act of imposing excessive taxes or burdens on someone or something.
    Over time, the word has evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings, including physical, emotional, and mental strain.

    Example Uses

    • The company's rapid expansion has overtaken its resources, leaving it struggling to keep up with demand.
    • The athlete's intense training regimen has overtaken her body, leaving her exhausted and prone to injury.
    • The government's new policies have overtaken the economy, leading to widespread job losses and financial instability.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    alleviate ease relieve lighten mitigate moderate reduce lessen diminish minimize relax unwind calm soothe comfort support sustain strengthen energize revitalize restore renew revive rejuvenate refresh invigorate.

    Related Nouns

    burden load weight strain stress pressure exhaustion fatigue drain depletion weakness enfeeblement crippling hindrance obstruction overload overexertion overstrain overwork overburden overextension overstretch exhaustion fatigue tiredness weariness.

    Related Verbs

    burden load weigh strain stress press force drive push exert overexert overwork overburden overextend overstretch exhaust enervate debilitate incapacitate paralyze overwhelm suffocate smother crush grind.

    Related Adjectives

    burdensome taxing strenuous stressful exhausting fatiguing draining depleting weakening enfeebling crippling hindering obstructive overwhelming suffocating smothering crushing grinding excessive extreme intense severe harsh rigorous.