Synonyms

overstate

American

[oh-ver-steyt] / ˌoʊ vərˈsteɪt /

verb (used with object)

overstated, overstating

to state too strongly; exaggerate.

to overstate one's position in a controversy.

Synonyms:

magnify , embroider , overstress

overstate British

/ ˌəʊvəˈsteɪt /

verb

(tr) to state too strongly; exaggerate or overemphasize

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Other Word Forms

overstatement noun

Etymology

Origin of overstate

First recorded in 1630–40; over- + state

Example Sentences

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Morgan Stanley analyst Joseph Moore said he expects Nvidia to keep “dominant market share,” as recent worries over the threat of ASICs “are becoming overstated.”

From MarketWatch

The most understated Dodger hit, possibly the most understated World Series Game 7 game-winning home run ever, an 11th inning drive that cannot be overstated for one reason.

From Los Angeles Times

An important limitation emerged: Claude frequently overstated findings and fabricated results, claiming credentials that didn’t validate or presenting publicly available information as critical discoveries.

From The Wall Street Journal

Nevertheless, Housel reiterated the error in “overstating money’s importance” for individual happiness.

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