English · Word Candidate

exaggerated

/ɪɡˈzæ.d͡ʒəˌɹeɪ.tɪd/

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Meaning · English

That has been described as greater than it actually is; abnormally increased or enlarged.

Adjective

The Wycombe slowing begins at West Wycombe; to the High Wycombe curve itself most exaggerated respect was shown, with a minimum of 30 m.p.h.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “exaggerated” mean?

That has been described as greater than it actually is; abnormally increased or enlarged.

Is “exaggerated” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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