Synonyms for

Exaggerating

Verb / ɪˈgzædʒɜ:ˌeɪtɪŋ / Another word for exaggerating — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To describe something as larger or greater than it actually is.

Synonyms & similar words

hyperbolise hyperbolize overdraw amplify understate overstate magnify exaggerate overdo overstate amplify embellish inflate magnify stretch hyperbolize overdo dramatize embroider color overemphasize overestimate overdraw exalt aggrandize brag boast fabricate misrepresent

Example sentences

  1. He was exaggerating when he said he could lift a car.
  2. She always exaggerates her achievements.
  3. My little brother is always exaggerating about his adventures.
  4. The fish was not as big as he was exaggerating.
  5. The children were exaggerating about the size of the ice cream cone.

Quotes

  • I'm exaggerating to make a point, but it's true.
  • I'm not exaggerating when I say that I have never met anyone quite like her.
  • It's not an exaggeration to say that I love chocolate more than most things in life.

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words