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exaggerated

[ɪɡˈzædʒəreɪtɪd]

exaggerated Definition

  • 1made to seem larger, better, worse, or more important than it really is or needs to be
  • 2overstated or overdone

Using exaggerated: Examples

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

  • Example

    The news report gave an exaggerated account of the incident.

  • Example

    She has a tendency to make exaggerated claims about her accomplishments.

  • Example

    His reaction was completely exaggerated.

  • Example

    The colors in the painting are somewhat exaggerated.

exaggerated Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with exaggerated

  • exaggerated sense of self-importance

    an inflated view of one's own importance or abilities

    Example

    His exaggerated sense of self-importance made it difficult for him to work well with others.

  • an excessive or extreme response to a situation or stimulus

    Example

    Her exaggerated reaction to the news made me think she was overreacting.

  • exaggerated claims

    statements that are overstated or overdone, often to the point of being untrue

    Example

    The company's exaggerated claims about their product's effectiveness led to a lot of disappointment among customers.

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Summary: exaggerated in Brief

The term 'exaggerated' [ɪɡˈzædʒəreɪtɪd] describes something that is made to seem larger, better, worse, or more important than it really is or needs to be. It can refer to statements, reactions, or descriptions, as in 'The news report gave an exaggerated account of the incident.' 'Exaggerated' has synonyms like 'overstated' and 'hyperbolic,' and antonyms like 'understated' and 'minimized.'