OVERSTATE
(verb)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Overstate.
How to pronounce overstate:
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Overstate - as a verb
To enlarge beyond bounds or the truth
Example: "Tended to romanticize and exaggerate this `gracious old south' imagery"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
amplifyexaggeratehyperbolisehyperbolizemagnifyoverdrawHypernyms (Closely Related)
misinformmisleadHyponyms (Broadly Related)
overemphasiseoveremphasizeoverstressbluster
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Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
understateExample Sentences
"He tends to overstate his own accomplishments."
"You should not overstate the importance of this event."
"The media tends to overstate the risks associated with this medication."
"Politicians often overstate the benefits of their policies."
"Don't overstate your abilities in the job interview."
Word Game Points
Is OVERSTATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, overstate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OVERSTATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is OVERSTATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, overstate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOVERSTATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is OVERSTATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, overstate is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOVERSTATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
