overrepresent Definition
to be represented in a proportion that is too large or greater than what is expected or typical.
Using overrepresent: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "overrepresent" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The media tends to overrepresent certain groups and underrepresent others.
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The survey results may overrepresent the opinions of a particular demographic.
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The sample size was too small and therefore overrepresented a specific population.
overrepresent Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for overrepresent
Antonyms for overrepresent
Summary: overrepresent in Brief
The verb 'overrepresent' [oh-ver-rep-ri-zent] means to be represented in a proportion that is too large or greater than what is expected or typical. It is often used in the context of media representation, survey results, or sample sizes. Synonyms include 'overstate', 'exaggerate', 'inflate', and 'overemphasize'. Antonyms include 'underrepresent', 'understate', and 'downplay'.
