Overstep
(verb)
- To exceed or go beyond the limits or boundaries of what is appropriate or acceptable.
- To exceed one's authority or jurisdiction.
Origin:
Derived from the phrase "over step" which means "step beyond a boundary".
Examples:
- He overstepped his bounds by making a decision without consulting his superiors.
- The company overstepped the legal boundaries with their new advertising campaign.
- The player overstepped the line and fouled the other team's player.
- The government overstepped their powers by passing the new law.
- The individual overstepped their role by making a public statement without permission.