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Exaggerate

Verb Another word for exaggerate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to make something seem bigger, better, or worse than it really is

Synonyms & similar words

magnify hyperbolise overdraw amplify understate hyperbolize overdo overstate overstate inflate amplify embellish magnify overemphasize overdo stretch hyperbolize overplay color dramatize embroider falsify misrepresent fabricate lie distort

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