OVERSTATES
(verb)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Overstates.
Overstates - 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
"The article overstates the importance of the study."
"He always overstates his abilities."
"The book overstates the significance of the event."
"Her speech overstates the impact of the policy."
"The politician frequently overstates the facts."
Word Game Points
Is OVERSTATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, overstates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OVERSTATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is OVERSTATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, overstates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOVERSTATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is OVERSTATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, overstates is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOVERSTATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
