Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
overrepresent
verb
/ˌoʊvərˈrɛprɪˌzɛnt/
Definition
To represent or portray something in disproportionately greater amounts than is accurate or typical.
Examples
- The survey’s results overrepresent the views of urban residents, neglecting rural perspectives.
- Media coverage can often overrepresent certain demographics, leading to misconceptions.
- In the study, the findings appeared to overrepresent the successes of the program.
Meaning
When a group, idea, or characteristic is shown more than its actual significance or reality, often leading to a skewed perception.
Synonyms
- overstate
- exaggerate
- inflate
- misrepresent
