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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

overdramatizing

/ˌoʊvərdreɪməˈtaɪzɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does overdramatizing mean?

verb

To exaggerate or make something seem more important or dramatic than it really is. To dramatize or make something seem more exciting or interesting than it actually is.

Example

"The media was accused of overdramatizing the situation to attract more viewers."

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