overblown

[ˌəʊvəˈbləʊn]

overblown Definition

• 1. exaggerated; made to seem more important than it really is
• 2. bloated or swollen with air or gas

Using overblown: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "overblown" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The media's coverage of the scandal was overblown.

• Example

  The politician's promises were overblown and unrealistic.

• Example

  The balloon was overblown and popped.

overblown Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for overblown

• inflated
• exaggerated
• overdone
• hyperbolic
• overstated

Antonyms for overblown

• understated
• modest
• conservative

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Summary: overblown in Brief

The term 'overblown' [ˌəʊvəˈbləʊn] describes something that is exaggerated or made to seem more important than it really is. It can also refer to something that is bloated or swollen with air or gas. Examples include 'The media's coverage of the scandal was overblown,' and 'The balloon was overblown and popped.' Synonyms include 'inflated,' 'exaggerated,' and 'overdone.' Antonyms include 'understated,' 'modest,' and 'conservative.'