Overexposure
(noun)
Excessive or prolonged exposure to something, often resulting in negative effects.
Origin:
The word "overexposure" is a combination of the words "over" and "exposure" which means an excessive or prolonged exposure to something.
Examples:
- The overexposure to the sun can lead to sunburn and skin damage.
- The overexposure to loud noise can lead to hearing loss.
- The overexposure to stress can lead to physical and mental health problems.
- His overexposure to fame led to him being hounded by the media and losing privacy.
- The child's overexposure to electronic devices led to problems with attention and sleep.