Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
exaggerate-the-effect
verb phrase
/ɪɡˈzædʒ.ə.reɪt ðə ɪˈfekt/
Definition
To overstate the impact or influence of something, often making it seem larger or more significant than it actually is.
Examples
- She tends to exaggerate the effect of her hobbies on her happiness.
- By exaggerating the effect of the new policy, the critics sparked unnecessary panic.
- Don’t exaggerate the effect of a little rain; it won’t ruin the whole day.
Meaning
When someone exaggerates the effect of a situation or action, they amplify its perceived importance or consequences beyond what is realistic.
Synonyms
- overstate
- inflate
- magnify
- overemphasize
- amplify
