overestimate
7 synonyms and 1 antonym for overestimate, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To judge or guess that something is larger, better, or more significant than it really is.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. verb
To judge or guess that something is larger, better, or more significant than it really is.
“He overestimated how long the drive would take.”
Opposites
2. noun
A guess or calculation that turns out to be too high.
“Their sales forecast was a huge overestimate.”
How to use overestimate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
overestimate the cost
overestimate one's abilities
Etymology
From over- + estimate.
Full origin of overestimate →Frequently asked questions
What does “overestimate” mean?
The word “overestimate” means to judge or guess that something is larger, better, or more significant than it really is. In plain terms, to guess higher than the true amount, value, or difficulty.
How do you pronounce “overestimate”?
“Overestimate” is pronounced oh-vuhr-EHS-tih-mayt (/ˌəʊvəɹˈɛstɪmeɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “overestimate” in a sentence?
Here is “overestimate” used in a sentence: “He overestimated how long the drive would take.”
What is the opposite of “overestimate”?
The opposite of “overestimate” — its antonyms — is underestimate.
What part of speech is “overestimate”?
Depending on how it is used, “overestimate” can be a verb and a noun.
How many meanings does “overestimate” have?
“Overestimate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to judge or guess that something is larger, better, or more significant than it really is.
