overdesign
/ˌoʊvərdɪˈzaɪn/
verb
- To design something in a way that is more complicated or elaborate than necessary.
- The architect warned not to overdesign the kitchen because it would make the room feel cramped.
- Some software developers overdesign their apps with features nobody uses.
- Engineers often overdesign bridges to ensure safety, but that can waste materials.
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noun
- The act or result of designing something in an unnecessarily complex or elaborate way.
- Critics pointed out the overdesign of the website, which confused visitors.
- Overdesign in furniture can make it less functional and more expensive.
- The overdesign of the packaging made it hard to open.