Overprotective [adjective]

Definition of Overprotective:

unduly protective

Synonyms of Overprotective:

● Protective

● Protecting

● Shielding

● Vigilant

● Fussy

● Restrictive

● Patronizing

● Finicky

● Punctilious

● Scrupulous

● Squeamish

● Conscientious


Opposite/Antonyms of Overprotective:

● Careless


Sentence/Example of Overprotective:

People sometimes complain that modern moms and dads are too nervous and overprotective, and that “back in our day,” parenting was a more relaxed and hands-off endeavor.