verb
- to go beyond the limits of what is proper, acceptable, or allowed
Examples
- The manager overstepped his authority by firing employees without approval.
- I think you overstepped when you criticized her parenting in public.
- The government cannot overstep constitutional boundaries.
- He overstepped the mark with his rude comments.
- Don’t overstep your bounds as a guest in their home.
- The athlete overstepped the line and was disqualified.
- She felt the reporter had overstepped by asking personal questions.