What is the meaning of overcapitalize?

verb

  • Estimate the capital value of (a company) at an unreasonably or unlawfully high level.
  • Overestimate the market value of.
    • usage: "overcapitalize a property"
  • Capitalize beyond what the business or the profit-making prospects warrant.
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