adjective
exaggerated
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adjective
1
Described or shown as bigger, worse, or more extreme than it actually is.
"The movie poster gave an exaggerated impression of how scary the film really was."
How to Use Exaggerated
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBlown out of proportion; overstated.
Common pairings
exaggerated claims
grossly exaggerated
exaggerated reaction
Word Forms
more exaggerated comparative, most exaggerated superlative
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The movie poster gave an _____ impression of how scary the film really was.