overstated

Thân thiện

He tends to have an overstated opinion of his own abilities.

Definition

Adjective: * Represented as greater than is true or reasonable; described or stated in a way that makes something seem more important, impressive, or severe than it really is. It implies a lack of accuracy or truthfulness through excessive emphasis.

Usage

The adjective "overstated" is used to describe a claim, description, account, or piece of information that has been presented with excessive force or emphasis, resulting in a distortion of the truth. It often carries a critical tone, suggesting the information is not reliable or is misleading.

Examples

• The company's overstated claims about the product's effectiveness led to a government investigation.
• In his report, the dangers were somewhat overstated, causing unnecessary panic.
• She felt the criticism of her performance was grossly overstated and unfair.
• The financial losses were overstated in the initial news articles.

Advanced Usage

• "To be guilty of overstatement": This phrase is used to describe the act of exaggerating.
  • The author is guilty of overstatement in his description of the event's historical significance.
• "An overstated case": Refers to an argument or position that is weakened because its supporting points are exaggerated.
  • By making an overstated case for reform, the politician alienated potential supporters.

Variants and Related Words

• Overstate (verb): To state too strongly; to exaggerate.
  • It's important not to overstate the risks involved.
• Overstatement (noun): An exaggerated statement.
  • Saying it was the worst disaster in history is a clear overstatement.

Synonyms

• Exaggerated
• Inflated
• Hyperbolic
• Overemphasized
• Overblown

Antonyms

• Understated
• Downplayed
• Minimized
• Accurate
• Factual

Học thuật

Adjective

1. represented as greater than is true or reasonable
   • an exaggerated opinion of oneself

Từ đồng nghĩa

• exaggerated
• overdone