Exagerado (en. Exaggerated)
/eɣaseˈɾaðo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is presented in an exaggerated form or does not fit reality.
His reaction was exaggerated to a mere comment.
Su reacción fue exagerada ante un simple comentario.
That is ostentatious or very noticeable.
He wears an exaggerated suit that draws attention.
Lleva un traje exagerado que llama la atención.
That speaks or acts in a way that glorifies or minimizes a situation.
The story was so exaggerated it sounded like a tale.
El relato era tan exagerado que parecía un cuento.
Etymology
From Latin 'exaggeratus', meaning 'to elevate or increase'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
don't exaggerate
Don't speak so excessively.
no exageres
exaggerate the facts
To increase the importance of events.
exagerar los hechos
to be exaggerated
To act in an extreme or excessive manner.
ser exagerado
Related Words
exception
A case that is out of the ordinary.
excepción
excess
Amount that exceeds the normal.
exceso
hyperbole
Rhetorical figure that consists of exaggerating something.
hipérbole
Slang Meanings
Someone who acts very intensely or dramatically.
That guy is an exaggerator; he always seeks drama.
Ese tipo es un exagerado, siempre busca el drama.
A person who speaks or acts in a way that makes everything seem like a tragedy.
Don't be so exaggerated; it's not the end of the world.
No seas tan exagerado, todo no es el fin del mundo.