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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

overstatement

/ˌoʊvərˈsteɪtmənt/ noun · British & US
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What does overstatement mean?

noun

An expression or statement that is exaggerated or overstated; a statement that is more emphatic or extreme than the facts warrant.

Example

"The politician's overstatement about the economy's growth was widely criticized by experts."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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