The difference between Clingy and Overattached

When used as adjectives, clingy means having a tendency to cling, whereas overattached means excessively attached.


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  1. Clingy as an adjective:

    Having a tendency to cling.

    Examples:

    "a clingy minidress"

  2. Clingy as an adjective (informal, usually, derogatory):

    Pathetically attached to, or possessive of someone, usually a significant other.

    Examples:

    "a clingy ex-girlfriend who won't stop calling"

  1. Overattached as an adjective:

    Excessively attached.

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