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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

overstating

/ˌoʊvərˈsteɪtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does overstating mean?

verb

To state or describe something as being more extreme or intense than it actually is. To exaggerate or make something seem more significant than it is.

Example

"The politician was accused of overstating the benefits of the new policy."

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

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