Overestimate (Verb)
Meaning 1
Assign too high a value to; "You are overestimating the value of your old car".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- Their optimism led them to overestimate the ease with which they could complete the project.
- If you overestimate the time required for the task, you might miss the deadline.
- You're overestimating how quickly you can repair that old appliance.
- He overestimated the support he had from his colleagues for the new initiative.
- They decided to overestimate the cost of the vacation to avoid any financial surprises.
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Meaning 2
Make too high an estimate of; "He overestimated his own powers".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- She overestimated her time and ended up late for the job interview because of traffic.
- They overestimated the demand for tickets and were left with a large quantity unsold.
- He overestimated his ability to finish the project alone and ended up needing extra help.
- The company overestimated the sales of their new product and had to reduce production.
- The athlete overestimated her preparedness for the marathon and struggled to finish the last leg.