Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
overestimate
verb
/ˌoʊvərˈɛstəˌmeɪt/
Definition
To assess or regard something as being greater than it actually is.
Examples
- Many people overestimate the amount of time it will take to complete a project.
- If you overestimate your abilities, you might take on too much work.
- It’s easy to overestimate how much you can achieve in a day.
Meaning
Overestimate refers to the act of placing an exaggerated value or importance on something, often leading to unrealistic expectations.
Synonyms
- exaggerate
- inflate
- overrate
- overvalue
