transitive verb. : to state in too strong terms : exaggerate overstated his qualifications.
How do you use overstate?
Meaning: v. to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth.
- Don't overstate your case or no one will believe you.
- He tends to overstate his case when talking politics.
- She's very busy so don't overstate the case - just give her the essentials.
- It is easy to overstate the case.
- Don't overstate your case.
What does it mean to overstate the truth?
To overstate is to exaggerate or place too much importance on something.
