exaggerated (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ɪɡˈzædʒəreɪtɪd/

Definition

Represented as being larger, greater, or more important than it really is.

Examples

• The movie's special effects were an exaggerated representation of reality.

• She tends to give an exaggerated account of her achievements.

• His reaction was an exaggerated display of surprise.

How to Use exaggerated

exaggerate about (prepositional phrase)

To talk about something in a way that makes it seem more important or extreme than it is. — "She tends to exaggerate about her problems."

exaggerate to (prepositional phrase)

To tell someone something in a way that makes it seem more important or extreme than it is. — "He exaggerated the story to his parents to make it sound more exciting."

Synonyms of exaggerated

Words with a similar meaning to exaggerated:

• overstated
• inflated
• embellished
• hyperbolic

Antonyms of exaggerated

Words with the opposite meaning to exaggerated:

• understated
• realistic

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