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approximation vs overrating

overrating vs approximation

approximation and overrating both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
approximation Yes No No No
overrating Yes No No No
As nouns, overrating is a hyponym of approximation; that is, overrating is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than approximation:
  • approximation: an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth
  • overrating: a calculation that results in an estimate that is too high
approximation (noun) overrating (noun)
the act of bringing near or bringing together especially the cut edges of tissue a calculation that results in an estimate that is too high
the quality of coming near to identity (especially close in quantity)
an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth
an imprecise or incomplete account
Difference between approximation and overrating

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