What is the comparative form of “overrated”?
The comparative form of “overrated” is “more overrated”.Example
The movie was more overrated than I expected.
Example
The restaurant is more overrated than it's hyped up to be.
What is the superlative form of “overrated”?
The superlative form of “overrated” is “most overrated”.Example
Among all the tourist attractions, that one is the most overrated.
Example
The concert turned out to be the most overrated event of the year.
Why is this expression not used with most, more?
"Most" and "more" are used with "overrated" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more overrated" and "most overrated" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of exaggeration or hype.
Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?
"Overrated" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.
Expressions with similar meanings to “more overrated”
Used to describe something that is more highly praised or valued than it deserves.
Example
The book's popularity is more exaggerated than its actual quality.
more overhyped
Used to indicate that something is more excessively promoted or talked about than it deserves.
Example
The new smartphone is more overhyped than its features justify.
Expressions with similar meanings to “most overrated”
Used to describe something that is the most highly praised or valued than it deserves.
Example
The artist's talent is the most exaggerated in the art world.
most overhyped
Used to indicate that something is the most excessively promoted or talked about than it deserves.
Example
The restaurant is the most overhyped place in town.
Using than with comparative “more overrated”
When using the comparative form "more overrated" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The movie was more overrated than I expected." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of exaggeration or hype in the movie is higher than the expectation.
How can I use this expression in context?
“more overrated” and “most overrated” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.- 1Movies
The sequel was more overrated than the original film.
The sequel was more overrated than the original film.
- 2Restaurants
The fancy restaurant turned out to be the most overrated dining experience.
The fancy restaurant turned out to be the most overrated dining experience.
- 3Products
The new gadget is more overrated than its advertised features suggest.
The new gadget is more overrated than its advertised features suggest.
- 4Destinations
The popular tourist spot is the most overrated place to visit.
The popular tourist spot is the most overrated place to visit.
Related idioms and phrases
All hype and no substance
Something that is heavily promoted or talked about but lacks real value or quality.
Example
The product turned out to be all hype and no substance.
Smoke and mirrors
A deceptive or misleading appearance or presentation.
Example
The politician's speech was just smoke and mirrors.
