overaffirm

/ˌoʊvərˈæfərm/

Definitions

1. verb

to affirm or confirm something to an excessive degree

“The politician’s overaffirmation of her opponent’s policies raised suspicions about her motives.”

2. noun

an excessive affirmation or confirmation

“The media’s overaffirmation of the celebrity’s scandalous behavior contributed to its widespread attention.”

Synonyms

  • exaggerate
  • overemphasize
  • overstate

Antonyms

  • downplay
  • minimize
  • understate