overvalue

[oh-ver-val-yoo]

overvalue Definition

• 1. to place too high a value on something
• 2. to estimate the value of something too highly

Using overvalue: Examples

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

• Example

  He tends to overvalue his own contributions to the project.

• Example

  The company's stock is overvalued.

• Example

  She overvalued the antique vase and paid too much for it.

overvalue Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for overvalue

• overestimate
• inflate
• exaggerate
• overrate

Antonyms for overvalue

• underestimate
• depreciate
• undervalue

Phrases with overvalue

• overvalue oneself

  to have an excessively high opinion of oneself

  Example

  He tends to overvalue himself and his abilities, which can lead to conflicts with others.

• overvalue something to someone

  to convince someone that something is worth more than it actually is

  Example

  The salesman overvalued the car to the customer, who ended up paying more than it was worth.

• overvalue a property

  to set a price for a property that is higher than its actual value

  Example

  The real estate agent overvalued the property, causing it to sit on the market for months without any offers.

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Summary: overvalue in Brief

To 'overvalue' [oh-ver-val-yoo] is to place too high a value on something or to estimate the value of something too highly. It is often used in the context of financial assets, such as stocks or properties, but can also refer to personal opinions or abilities. Examples include 'He tends to overvalue his own contributions to the project.' and 'She overvalued the antique vase and paid too much for it.' Synonyms include 'overestimate' and 'inflate,' while antonyms include 'undervalue' and 'depreciate.'