overrated
/ˌəʊvəˈɹeɪtɪd/
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Meaning · English
Given an undue amount of credit for quality or merit in a field; not necessarily related to popularity.
Adjective
Examples
My sister is an overrated singer.
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 “overrated” mean?
Given an undue amount of credit for quality or merit in a field; not necessarily related to popularity.
Is “overrated” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.