Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
overstated
adjective
/ˌoʊvərˈsteɪtɪd/
Definition
to state or express something too strongly or exaggerate its importance.
Examples
- The company’s profits were overstated in the annual report, leading to skepticism from investors.
- She thought the movie’s suspense was overstated, making it less enjoyable for her.
- His claims about the benefits of the product were clearly overstated and lacked evidence.
Meaning
When someone overstated something, they made it seem greater, worse, or more important than it really is.
Synonyms
- exaggerated
- inflated
- overblown
- amplified
- overemphasized
