Exaggerated Meaning in English
word · lemma: exaggerate
التعريف
Made to seem larger, better, worse, or more important than it really is; described as more extreme than in reality.
الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة
Commonly used to describe stories, reactions, or styles (e.g., 'exaggerated claims', 'exaggerated facial expressions'). Slightly formal or neutral. Not the same as 'fake'—it means real things made to look extreme. Don't confuse with 'overrated' or 'overstated' (which can have specific contexts).
جمل نموذجية
His story about the fish was clearly exaggerated.
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She spoke in an exaggerated manner to entertain the children.
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That warning was a bit exaggerated—it wasn’t actually that dangerous.
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People say my laugh is exaggerated, but I can't help it!
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He gave an exaggerated sigh when the meeting ran late.
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The actor used exaggerated gestures on stage.
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