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overemphasize vs hyperbolize

hyperbolize vs overemphasize

overemphasize and hyperbolize both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
overemphasize No No Yes No
hyperbolize No No Yes No
As verbs, hyperbolize is a hypernym of overemphasize; that is, hyperbolize is a word with a broader meaning than overemphasize:
  • overemphasize: place special or excessive emphasis on
  • hyperbolize: to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth
Other hypernyms of overemphasize include amplify, exaggerate, hyperbolise, magnify, overdraw, overstate.
overemphasize (verb) hyperbolize (verb)
place special or excessive emphasis on to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth
Difference between overemphasize and hyperbolize

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