overestimating
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/ˌoʊvərˈɛstəˌmeɪtɪŋ/
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/ˌəʊvərˈɛstɪˌmeɪtɪŋ/
(overestimate)
excessive judgment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overestimate' originates from the prefix 'over-' meaning 'excessively' and the verb 'estimate' meaning 'to judge the value or amount of something'.
Historical Evolution
'overestimate' evolved from the combination of 'over-' and 'estimate' in Middle English, maintaining its meaning through time.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to judge something as more than it is', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'overestimate'.
She is overestimating the cost of the project.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41