overblown

/ˌoʊvərˈblaʊn/

Definitions

1. adjective

exaggerated or overstated

“The politician’s claims were overblown, and the audience was skeptical.”

2. noun

an exaggeration or overstatement

“The overblown rhetoric of the politician’s speech was criticized by the media.”

3. verb

to exaggerate or overstate something

“The politician’s staff overblown the impact of the new policy to make it seem more effective.”

Synonyms

  • embellished
  • exaggerated
  • inflated
  • overstated

Antonyms

  • moderate
  • realistic
  • subtle
  • understated