1. having become too hot
2. excessively excited, angry, or emotional
Usage: figurative
3. characterized by excessive activity or speculation, especially in economics
Usage: economics; business

Examples

• The car’s engine became overheated during the long drive.
• She opened the windows because the room felt overheated.
• The overheated debate lasted for hours without resolution.
• His overheated reaction to the criticism surprised everyone.
• The overheated housing market led to inflated prices.
• Economists warned about the overheated economy showing signs of a bubble.