overplay
|o/ver/play|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˌoʊvərˈpleɪ/
🇬🇧
/ˌəʊvəˈpleɪ/
exaggerate
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overplay' originates from the combination of 'over-' meaning 'excessively' and 'play' meaning 'to act or perform'.
Historical Evolution
'overplay' evolved from the Old English word 'plegian', which meant 'to play or perform'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to perform excessively', but over time it evolved to include the idea of exaggerating or overemphasizing.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to exaggerate or overemphasize something.
He tends to overplay his achievements.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45