What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
hyperbole
Example
I've told you a million times not to exaggerate! [hyperbole: noun]
Example
She's so hungry she could eat a horse! [hyperbole: figure of speech]
overstatement
Example
The party was the best thing that ever happened to me! [overstatement: noun]
Example
He's the most amazing person I've ever met! [overstatement: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Hyperbole is more commonly used than overstatement in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between hyperbole and overstatement?
Hyperbole is generally considered more informal and is commonly used in everyday speech, while overstatement can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
