as in overemphasized
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as in exaggerated
to describe or express in too strong terms
it appears you've somewhat overstated your computer skills, if you can't find the "on" button!
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Recent Examples of overstated
Paula Andalo / Kff Health News and, Miami Herald, 18 Mar. 2025
The Thomas Elias column that posted online March 4 and ran March 7 in the Bay Area News Group’s print weeklies incorrectly overstated what could be built under two different California housing laws.
—Bay Area News Group, The Mercury News, 7 Mar. 2025
Even Lynch’s prowess as a world-beating stock-picker was overstated.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2025
There is reason to believe, however, that the economic benefits of golden visas programs are overstated.
—Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 3 Mar. 2025
A lot of the noise was dramatically overstated.
—Alan Neuhauser, Axios, 27 Feb. 2025
However, critics argue that the cost-saving claims are overstated and that many of the budget cuts have created inefficiencies rather than improvements.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 25 Feb. 2025
In some cases, the amount of money the group has claimed to cut has been overstated.
—Hurubie Meko, New York Times, 22 Feb. 2025
Princess Charlotte has been described as the richest child in the world with a net worth in the billions—but in reality these figures are wildly overstated.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Feb. 2025
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Immigrants’ impact on the nation’s health care system can be overstated in heated political rhetoric.
—Paula Andalo / Kff Health News and, Miami Herald, 18 Mar. 2025
The Thomas Elias column that posted online March 4 and ran March 7 in the Bay Area News Group’s print weeklies incorrectly overstated what could be built under two different California housing laws.
—Bay Area News Group, The Mercury News, 7 Mar. 2025
Even Lynch’s prowess as a world-beating stock-picker was overstated.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2025
There is reason to believe, however, that the economic benefits of golden visas programs are overstated.
—Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 3 Mar. 2025
A lot of the noise was dramatically overstated.
—Alan Neuhauser, Axios, 27 Feb. 2025
However, critics argue that the cost-saving claims are overstated and that many of the budget cuts have created inefficiencies rather than improvements.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 25 Feb. 2025
In some cases, the amount of money the group has claimed to cut has been overstated.
—Hurubie Meko, New York Times, 22 Feb. 2025
Princess Charlotte has been described as the richest child in the world with a net worth in the billions—but in reality these figures are wildly overstated.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overstated
Adjective
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He is also known for his avant-garde silhouettes that incorporate exaggerated and twisting volumes.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
12 May 2025
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For some royal watchers, Prince Louis stole the show, copying Prince George and giving an exaggerated eye roll in another heart-warming moment.—
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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But several Wall Street analysts said the selloff was overblown.—
Annika Kim Constantino,Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
7 May 2025
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Tenant rights advocates say the concerns are overblown and that the bill is simply an extension of rights that already exist for seniors and people with disabilities.—
Ginny Monk,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In these scenarios, defenders have to bounce back onto their heels, creating an inflated amount of space — and giving the guard an immediate advantage in the first step to cut into open space and catch a quick flip pass for a rapid-fire shot.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
10 May 2025
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While brands like Pappy Van Winkle, Weller, and Blanton’s get all the attention, there’s a whole world of underrated bourbons that offer incredible flavor without the impossible hunt or inflated price tag.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
Adjective
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Brown, meanwhile, turned heads in an Annie's Ibiza metallic embroidered gown featuring a corset bodice and dramatic mermaid train.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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Needless to say, Sabyasachi is a big proponent of a daring wardrobe, whether that means ditching the LBD cocktail standard for a fanciful embroidered look or setting a table with unexpected creative bravado.—
Bridget Foley,
Town & Country,
28 Nov. 2022
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“Overstated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overstated. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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