English Explanatory Dictionary

hyperbolize

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To exaggerate, use hyperbole.
  2. To represent or talk about with hyperbole.

Pronunciation

/haɪˈpɜːbəlaɪz/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-hyperbolize.wav /haɪˈpɝbəlaɪz/

Word forms

hyperbolize hyperbolizes hyperbolizing hyperbolized

Etymology

From hyperbole + -ize.

Synonyms

overemphasize overstate stretch big up cut it fat exaggerate hyperbolize overcharge overdo play up three-sheet

Derived words

hyperbolizer
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