Synonyms of overprotective

overprotective

adjective

as in protective

trying too hard to protect someone (such as a child) from danger

His overprotective mother won't let him go out after dark.

He is overprotective of his little sister.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• protective
• possessive
• jealous
• domineering
• controlling
• envious
• invidious
• covetous
• distrustful
• suspicious
• demanding
• grasping
• jaundiced
• mistrustful