Vocabulary Entry

overstated

|verb • adjective

verb

to describe something as larger, greater, or more important than it really is.

Example Sentences

"The report overstated the severity of the situation."

"She felt that his achievements were overstated in the interview."

"It's easy to overstate the impact of a single decision."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The overstated claims led to public skepticism."

"His overstated enthusiasm made the presentation less credible."

"Critics labeled the article as overstated and sensationalized."