Synonyms for

Overestimated

Verb / ˌəʊvɜ:ˈestʌˌmeɪtɪd / Another word for overestimated — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to have guessed or thought something to be more than its actual value or size

Synonyms & similar words

overvalue undervalue overrate underestimate overestimate exaggerated overvalued inflated overrated overpraised overpriced overblown oversold overhyped overshadowed overweening hyperbolized overdone overemphasized overstressed overplayed overwrought overexaggerated overelaborated overidealized

Example sentences

  1. I overestimated how many people would come to my party.
  2. The company overestimated how much money they would make this year.
  3. She overestimated the difficulty of the test.
  4. He overestimated his own abilities.
  5. The coach overestimated the team's chances of winning.

Quotes

  • Never overestimate the power of a clear mind.
  • Don't overestimate your own abilities or underestimate the abilities of others.
  • The biggest mistake you can make is to overestimate your own worth and underestimate the worth of others.

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