exaggerated 1 of 2

adjective

ig-ˈza-jə-ˌrā-təd How to pronounce exaggerated (audio)
Definition of exaggeratednext
as in inflated
extended beyond normal or realistic bounds loves the exaggerated emotions that are part and parcel of grand opera

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exaggerated

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verb

past tense of exaggerate
1
as in padded
to add to the interest of by including made-up details the American colonist John Smith is believed by many historians to have exaggerated his adventures

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2
as in overstated
to describe or express in too strong terms it would be impossible to exaggerate the importance of this entrance exam

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Recent Examples of exaggerated
Adjective
As Aunt Dolly, Parton played an exaggerated version of her larger-than-life self, often poking fun at her over-the-top persona. — Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 26 Aug. 2026 The image for the $25 product, which has been removed from Target’s website, depicted a Black child in an orange and black outfit with a ruffled collar, black gloves and a face covering mimicking an exaggerated, wide smile. — Aoife Walsh, Washington Post, 25 Aug. 2026
Verb
The real Tyrone might not have understood why Bourdain exaggerated the story, but Johnson seems to. — Mike Miller, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Aug. 2026 Hair loss from shock was one that occurred and exaggerated his past concerns about his hairline. — Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 16 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for exaggerated
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exaggerated
  1. inflated
  2. padded
  3. overstated
  4. colored
  5. stretched
  6. enhanced
  7. elaborated
  8. embellished
Adjective
  • These include, but are not limited to, contracts granted at inflated costs to Bastien Baudoin, the head of the consultancy firm Tyrex Conseil, and the company Ludoparc, for the building of a children’s playground.
    — Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • But Puck’s inflated branding has, over time, come to look almost prophetic.
    — Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of inflated
Verb
  • Andruw Monasterio padded the lead with a two-run single in the ninth and scored on Nick Sogard's RBI double.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 Aug. 2026
  • This design helps the pillow stay in place without shifting and many even include a backrest and padded arms.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of padded
Verb
  • Kiyosaki may also have overstated Kimi’s importance in his life.
    — Christopher Cox, Vanity Fair, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Nordic Rail Network Still Under Construction The Nordic rail revival should not be overstated, however.
    — David Nikel, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of overstated
Verb
  • Groups of four gather for play, cocktails and canapés in a space colored after Caroline Astor’s embellished dresses and jewelry.
    — Spencer Whaley, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026
  • They are often colored blue, black, or dark brown on the outside, with interiors made of the shining nacre, or mother-of-pearl, layer.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of colored
Verb
  • Eiffela Broken Dream splits the Eiffel Tower into two sections, with a cable stretched between them for a tightrope crossing.
    — Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Blair's 52-yard touchdown run on the first play from scrimmage in the second half stretched the Jackrabbits' lead to 49-0.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of stretched
Verb
  • For daily family casual gaming scenarios, the M7SG is equipped with exclusive Game Mode Plus and enhanced Game Bar, supporting VRR variable refresh rate and ALLM automatic low-latency mode.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Meta agreed to impose changes including a default two-hour daily time limit for teens across Facebook and Instagram, muted notifications during school hours, and enhanced parental controls, with more updates potentially on the horizon.
    — Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of enhanced
Verb
  • Authorities cited the department’s General Order 25, which addresses rules of conduct, but has not elaborated, WSOC reported.
    — Jeff A. Chamer, Charlotte Observer, 27 Aug. 2026
  • During her virtual appearance for the Dollywood ride, Parton elaborated on her health issues.
    — Stephen L. Betts, Rolling Stone, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of elaborated
Verb
  • Like any good anecdote, it feels healthily embellished — Borges was doubtless a character, but is fashioned on the page into a Character — in ways that director Marc Turtletaub‘s enjoyable, good-natured screen adaptation appears to build upon.
    — Guy Lodge, Variety, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Madison Avenue shops will soon be embellished with a different look — sketches and designs by CFDA student scholarship winners.
    — David Moin, Footwear News, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of embellished

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“Exaggerated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exaggerated. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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