ˈoverˈfearful,a. [over- 28.] Too fearful. So ˈoverˈfearfullyadv.; ˈoverˈfearfulness. a1626W. Sclater Serm.Exper. (1638) 32 Over-fearfulnesse, dismaying to approach unto the Throne of Grace.a1639W. Whately Prototypes ii. xxvi. (1640) 82 Take heed of being so fond and over-fearefull of your children.