overblown
Pronunciation: [oʊvərˈbloʊn]
Word
Context: "exaggeration"
(adjective) when something is made to seem much bigger or more important than it really is. It's like when someone tells a story, and they make it sound really amazing, even if it wasn't that exciting.
Example
The movie's special effects looked overblown but were still fun to watch.
Example
Her description of the event wasn't overblown; it was a simple gathering.
Example
Do you think his reaction to the news was overblown?
Context: "emotion"
(adjective) when someone expresses their feelings too strongly or dramatically. It's like when someone gets really upset about a small problem and makes it seem like a huge deal.
Example
Her excitement about the surprise party was simply overblown, but it showed how much she cares.
Example
His disappointment in losing the game was not overblown; he took it very well.
Example
Was her response to the news overblown or justified?
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