Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
exaggerate-a-symptom
Verb
/ɪɡˈzædʒəreɪt ə ˈsɪmptəm/
Definition
To amplify or overstate a symptom beyond its actual severity.
Examples
- She tends to exaggerate a symptom to ensure she gets the doctor’s attention.
- When he talked about his pain, it seemed like he was exaggerating a symptom for sympathy.
Meaning
Exaggerating a symptom means to make it seem worse than it really is, often to gain attention or assistance.
Synonyms
- Overstate
- Embellish
- Amplify
- Magnify
