exaggerated
Translation
exaggerated, overstated
Examples
His reaction was a bit exaggerated.
His reaction was a bit exaggerated.
The reports of his death were greatly exaggerated.
The reports of his death were greatly exaggerated.
Grammar Patterns
an exaggerated + [noun] (describing a noun) His reaction was a bit exaggerated.
[noun] + is/was + exaggerated (as a predicate adjective) The reports were greatly exaggerated.
Similar Words
Synonyms: overblown, inflated; Antonyms: understated, realistic
Etymology
The past participle of the verb 'exaggerate', from Latin 'exaggeratus'. It describes something that has been 'piled up' or made to seem larger.
Memory Tips
This is the adjective form of 'exaggerate'. If someone exaggerates a story, the story is then 'exaggerated'.