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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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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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
Julia Teti, Footwear News, 2 Apr. 2025
Please ignore the exaggerated political hyperbole and keep in mind her passion for helping others.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 29 Mar. 2025
The exaggerated lashes—three pairs of falsies on top and a bottom row drawn on in eyeliner—came from an unexpected source.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2025
The most effective messages were those that highlighted personal responsibility and safety concerns more than those based on legal risks; and realistic, positive, and diverse messaging that avoided exaggerated stereotypes.
—Tanya Mohn, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
The gray jumpsuit featured an exaggerated, sinuous collar and angular lapels.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 2 Apr. 2025
Please ignore the exaggerated political hyperbole and keep in mind her passion for helping others.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 29 Mar. 2025
The exaggerated lashes—three pairs of falsies on top and a bottom row drawn on in eyeliner—came from an unexpected source.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2025
The most effective messages were those that highlighted personal responsibility and safety concerns more than those based on legal risks; and realistic, positive, and diverse messaging that avoided exaggerated stereotypes.
—Tanya Mohn, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exaggerated
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In a moment of inflated prices, when even the American fast food experience might have lost some of its economic appeal, the Masters remains unchanged.—
Hugh Kellenberger,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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Predatory real estate tactics-such as inflated land valuations that push Native families out, coercive buyouts, and exploitative leasing agreements-undermine Tribal sovereignty and destabilize Native economies.—
Oweesta,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Each of those more than 20,000 participants’ hotel payments may have unknowingly padded the bank accounts of the three Stars employees.—
Kenny Jacoby,
USA TODAY,
24 Mar. 2025
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Each of those more than 20,000 participants’ hotel payments may have unknowingly padded the bank accounts of the three Stars employees.—
Kenny Jacoby,
USA TODAY,
24 Mar. 2025
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Immigrants’ impact on the nation’s health care system can be overstated in heated political rhetoric.—
Paula Andalo / KFF Health News and,
Miami Herald,
18 Mar. 2025
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The Thomas Elias column that posted online March 4 and ran March 7 in the Bay Area News Group’s print weeklies incorrectly overstated what could be built under two different California housing laws.—
Bay Area News Group,
The Mercury News,
7 Mar. 2025
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Phoenix Raceway bag policy Phoenix Raceway's bag policy allows bags that are fully clear or colored clear plastic, vinyl or mesh.—
Ed Masley,
The Arizona Republic,
21 Dec. 2024
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These small, dimpled bumps look white, pink, or skin-colored.—
Carley Millhone,
Health,
19 Oct. 2024
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Select parlays have enhanced odds, giving customers the chance at larger winnings.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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There is evidence the skulls were significantly enhanced for the attachment of strong muscular jaws.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2025
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Lawrence elaborated on the decision being contingent on Sudeikis, both artistically and personally, noting the actor’s children would play a role in his decision.—
Maddie Garfinkle,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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In Friday’s post, Roan elaborated on her love for the genre.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
14 Mar. 2025
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Nearby is Nari Ward’s Swing (2010), a car tire embellished with shoe tips, shoe tongues, and a rope.—
Shantay Robinson,
ARTnews.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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The sleeveless, ankle-length garment clung to her figure and was embellished with a design across her bust line.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
27 Feb. 2025
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The White House did note that the tariffs can be expanded.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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Another commenter expanded on this, pointing to the food and utensil choices as dead giveaways of American eating.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Exaggerated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exaggerated. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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