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overact

[ˌəʊvərˈækt]

overact Definition

to act in an exaggerated way, especially in a play or film.

Using overact: Examples

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

  • Example

    He overacted his part and ruined the play.

  • Example

    She was accused of overacting her grief at the funeral.

  • Example

    The actor's tendency to overact made his performance seem insincere.

overact Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for overact

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Summary: overact in Brief

'Overact' [ˌəʊvərˈækt] means to act in an exaggerated way, especially in a play or film. It is often used to describe a performance that seems insincere or over-the-top, as in 'He overacted his part and ruined the play.' Synonyms include 'exaggerate,' 'ham,' 'overplay,' and 'overemote.'