reação excessiva
[ʁe.a.ˈsɐ̃w ɛ.sɛ.ˈsi.vɐ]
nounfemininepl: reações excessivas
overreaction
1. An emotional or behavioral response that is disproportionately strong or exaggerated in relation to the stimulus or situation that provoked it
His reação excessiva to the minor criticism showed his insecurity.
Sua reação excessiva à crítica menor mostrou sua insegurança.
2. A disproportionate response in intensity, duration, or severity to a triggering event
The reação excessiva of the market to the news caused panic selling.
A reação excessiva do mercado à notícia causou vendas em pânico.
NYC Slang
overreacting, blowing it out of proportion, going off the rails
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