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OVERSTATES

(verb)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Overstates.

Overstates - as a verb

To enlarge beyond bounds or the truth

Example: "Tended to romanticize and exaggerate this `gracious old south' imagery"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
amplify17exaggerate19hyperbolise21hyperbolize30magnify16overdraw15
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
misinform16mislead10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
understate11

Example Sentences

"The article overstates the importance of the study."
"He always overstates his abilities."
"The book overstates the significance of the event."
"Her speech overstates the impact of the policy."
"The politician frequently overstates the facts."
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Word Game Points

Is OVERSTATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, overstates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OVERSTATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is OVERSTATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, overstates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OVERSTATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is OVERSTATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, overstates is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OVERSTATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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