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Synonyms & Antonyms of overemphasize
to treat (something) with more importance than is needed or proper
- The teacher tends to overemphasize the value of tests.
- The importance of a healthy diet cannot be overemphasized.
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“Overemphasize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overemphasize. Accessed 31 Jul. 2021.
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The first known use of overemphasize was in 1875
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