as in exaggerated
to describe or express in too strong terms
the fashion designer's claim that his new line of clothing would revolutionize the way we dress was perhaps overdoing it just a bit
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as in enlarged
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as in excessive
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overdone
Adjective
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One position scrutinized in a new state audit of excessive spending by former University of Florida President Ben Sasse is the long-distance position created for former Tennessee Education Commissioner Penny Schwinn.—
Vivian Jones,
The Tennessean,
21 Aug. 2025 -
From hyperloops to solar roofs to trillion-dollar savings from federal budget cuts by DOGE, Musk has developed a reputation for excessive boasts and telling outright whoppers.—
Alan Ohnsman,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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In a movie full of overwrought conversations and shoehorned interactions, perhaps that’s the lesson.—
Elle Carroll,
Vulture,
11 Aug. 2025
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The real truth is that no one should care about what reactionary, overwrought critics have to say.—
Boston Herald editorial staff,
Boston Herald,
5 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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According to the story, the tow truck driver’s removal of an ICE SUV was just a routine removal and the story of a bunch of ICE vans being stalked by tow trucks was exaggerated.—
Peter Lyon,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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In the photoshoot, Kelce presents a stereotypical (and exaggerated) embodiment of masculinity — he is dressed in full fur, construction vests and wrangles alligators.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
16 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Herbert identified the coverage and fit a throw in between an underneath cornerback and an over-the-top safety for another explosive gain.—
Daniel Popper,
New York Times,
19 Aug. 2025
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The series is still going strong thanks to numerous sequels and a spinoff, wading into such over-the-top territory that the initial street racing conceit is now little more than window dressing.—
Declan Gallagher,
EW.com,
18 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The mushroom risotto is rich and satisfying, and the beautiful, extravagant dinnerware adds to the restaurant’s glamorous feel.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
19 Aug. 2025
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The sky’s the limit for any kind of unique, unexpected, or extravagant request.—
Jim Dobson,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Is that overblown, or will more legislation be needed to incentivize development?—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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However, claims of a mass exodus of wealthy non-doms in response to tax rises may be overblown.—
Ritika Gupta,
CNBC,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The gaudy shimmer of the ‘80s still permeates music and film, while, more recently, nostalgia for all things Y2K has gripped the collective consciousness.—
Mike Wass,
Variety,
13 Aug. 2025
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During these 36 years, rates averaged a drop to 5.5% from 6.5% in their gaudiest declines.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
5 July 2025
Adjective
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Daniels is morose and whiny and Reynolds is hammy and over-the-top, which allows Stone to steal the movie, giving it its only modicum of zest and soul.—
Tim Grierson,
Vulture,
23 July 2025
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Maybe some scenes and interactions were right on the edge of scripted, and maybe Ozzy’s primal form was that of a hammy lover of the spotlight.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
22 July 2025
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“Overdone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overdone. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.
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