as in overestimating
to place too high a value on
I think the critics seriously overrated that movie
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overrating
Verb
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However, this optimism could promote overestimating things.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
16 Oct. 2025 -
The new study could be overestimating tramadol’s benefits, Jakobsen said.—
Jacqueline Howard,
CNN Money,
7 Oct. 2025
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Viewers have come to take her recommendations as gospel, but Garten’s faves extend far beyond the kitchen, with fans also valuing her takes on style and makeup, too.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Southern Living,
30 Oct. 2025
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The corporate travel and expense software company raised $923 million, pricing the deal at the midpoint of its IPO range, $25 per share, and valuing the company at over $6 billion.—
Michal Lev-Ram, CNBC Contributor,
CNBC,
30 Oct. 2025
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Yang jumped in, appreciating his photo of Bailey in a black jumpsuit hoisting himself up on a set of gymnastic rings.—
Stephen Daw,
Billboard,
4 Nov. 2025
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Similarly mundane material is given to Seth Rogen (as a fellow rabbi more concerned with having fun than appreciating the faith), Kate Berlant (as Rogen’s partner in faith), and Alex Karpovsky (as another rabbi, this one invited to join Noah’s temple).—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
23 Oct. 2025
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Another common mistake is overvaluing volume.—
Arnold Sotelo,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Toklas went on to fiercely uphold the author’s legacy, honoring Stein’s apparent desire to be understood while at the same time respecting her equally strong wish to remain elusive.—
Daphne Merkin,
The Atlantic,
31 Oct. 2025
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Commenters on the post seemed to resonate with many users, with several commenting on the importance of respecting personal boundaries, especially regarding food.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Overrating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overrating. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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