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overcapitalize

/ˌoʊvərˈkæptəlaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does overcapitalize mean?

verb

To write or type a word or phrase with the first letter of each word capitalized, often in a way that is considered excessive or unnecessary. This can be seen as a stylistic choice or a mistake, depending on the context and the intended meaning.

Example

"The writer's habit of overcapitalizing every word in her titles made the text look amateurish."

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