Overstated (Adjective)
Meaning
Represented as greater than is true or reasonable; "an exaggerated opinion of oneself".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The tourist's warnings about the dangers of pickpocketing in the city were overstated, we walked around without incident for days.
- His claim that he could run a marathon without any training was clearly overstated, he was exhausted after the first mile.
- The impact of the new policy on small businesses was overstated by the media, many actually saw an increase in sales.
- Her importance to the success of the project was overstated, others had made significant contributions as well.
- The threat of the new virus was overstated by some experts, who predicted widespread panic and devastation that never materialized.