How to Pronounce Overstated

To pronounce "overstated", say OV-erst-at-ed — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

OV-erst-at-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “overstated”

"overstated" has 4 syllables: ov-erst-at-ed. It rhymes with elated and exasperated, if that helps it stick.

What does overstated mean?

verb

  1. To exaggerate; to state or claim too much.

    “He was suggested not to overstate at the interview.”

adjective

  1. Having been overstated; exaggerated; stated, displayed, or presented too grandly or prominently.

Synonyms

exaggerate

Antonyms

understate

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Words that rhyme with overstated

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elatedexasperatedagitatedinfatuatedaggravatedinundatedirritatedsophisticatedantiquatedreiteratedincapacitatedcaptivated

Related words

exaggeratedoverdoneimmoderateoverrepresentedoverratedinflatedunderstatedundervalued

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overstated"?▾

"Overstated" has 4 syllables: ov · erst · at · ed.

What does "overstated" mean?▾

Overstated: To exaggerate; to state or claim too much.

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