OVERACHIEVER Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

overachiever

noun

Definition of overachiever

as in powerhouse

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Recent Examples of overachiever The problem is what initially feels like discipline can quickly become self-sabotage, creating silent killers that overachievers don’t see coming. — Bybryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 29 May 2026 Funnye, however, is an obvious overachiever. — Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 May 2026 Overachiever bird Urban bowerbirds are prolific collectors, hoarding an average of 90 items per bower — with one overachiever amassing more than 300. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 2 June 2026 On the brink of prom queen glory and a coveted athletic scholarship, obsessive overachiever Kat Walker (Anwen O’Driscoll) is determined to maintain the flawless image she’s built for herself and for her devoted single mother, Abigail (Danielle Panabaker). — Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for overachiever

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Noun

Cape Verde began this run by making a statement, producing a shocking 0-0 draw against soccer powerhouse Spain on June 15 in its first-ever World Cup match.

— Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 4 July 2026
Among those courtside include members of the NBA champ New York Knicks; Kelce’s Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes, other teammates and coaches; ex-Disney boss Bob Iger and spouse Willow Bay; and current Disney powerhouse Dana Walden.

— Dominic Patten, Deadline, 3 July 2026

Definition of powerhouse

Noun

Lower-performing students have fallen furthest, widening the gap between the highest and lowest achievers.

— Ariel Kalil, Washington Post, 23 June 2026
Many high-achievers feel frustrated by time management, despite using numerous techniques, with a McKinsey survey showing only 9% executive satisfaction.

— Cynthia Pong, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026

Definition of achiever

Noun

Fueled by journalism that informs and inspires, Forbes spotlights the doers and doings shaping industries, achieving success and making an impact on the world.

— Forbes Press Releases, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
However, the cover of the first issue of Forbes magazine did include the words devoted to doers and doings.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 20 May 2026

Definition of doer

Noun

Others could find your go-getter approach refreshing, while some may experience it as confrontational.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026
Scorpio The sign symbolized by the Scorpion is co-ruled by go-getter Mars and transformative Pluto, leading your kiddo to be quite dynamic, fearless, magnetic, and powerful.

— Maressa Brown, Parents, 18 June 2026

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