Túlterjedt

Túlterjedt is a Hungarian adjective that translates to overdeveloped, overgrown, or excessively spread out. It describes a situation where something has expanded beyond its optimal or intended limits, often resulting in a loss of control, efficiency, or aesthetic appeal. The term can be applied in various contexts, encompassing physical spaces, abstract concepts, and even biological organisms.

In urban planning and geography, "túlterjedt" might refer to a city that has expanded too rapidly and uncontrollably, leading to sprawl, infrastructure strain, and a dilution of its core identity. This can result in inefficient transportation networks, a loss of green spaces, and a fragmented community. The term suggests a state of being beyond a healthy or manageable size.

Figuratively, "túlterjedt" can describe ideas, movements, or technologies that have become so widespread or complex that they are difficult to understand, manage, or sustain. For example, a bureaucracy might be described as "túlterjedt" if it has grown to an unwieldy size with excessive layers of management. Similarly, a trend that has become ubiquitous to the point of losing its initial appeal or purpose could be considered "túlterjedt."

In a more literal sense, it can describe something that has physically grown too much, such as a plant that has overgrown its pot or a body part that has become excessively enlarged. The core meaning consistently points to an excess of expansion, implying a departure from a balanced or desirable state.