overblown
4 synonyms for overblown, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Exaggerated or given far more importance than it deserves.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use overblown
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
overblown claims
overblown reaction
wildly overblown
Frequently asked questions
What does “overblown” mean?
The word “overblown” means exaggerated or given far more importance than it deserves. In plain terms, made to sound bigger, worse, or more dramatic than it really is.
How do you pronounce “overblown”?
“Overblown” is pronounced oh-vuh-BLOHN (/ˌoʊ.vɚˈbloʊn/ in IPA).
How do you use “overblown” in a sentence?
Here is “overblown” used in a sentence: “The reviews called the film's special effects overblown and gimmicky.”
What part of speech is “overblown”?
“Overblown” is an adjective.
