word
Exaggerated
Ih-GZA-jur-ay-tuhd
/ɪˈɡzædʒɜːrˌeɪtʌd/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
exaggerated
Dictionary meaning
Enlarged to an abnormal degree.
Examples
- Thick lenses exaggerated the size of their eyes.
- An exaggerated opinion of oneself.
Synonyms: enlarged
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Ephemeral
ih-FEM-er-ul
Mellifluous
muh-LIF-loo-us
Perspicacious
pur-spi-KAY-shus
Obsequious
uhb-SEE-kwee-us
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