overrate

[oh-ver-reyt] / ˌoʊ vərˈreɪt /

VERB

assign too much value, importance

Synonyms

STRONGEST

exaggerate magnify overestimate oversell overvalue

STRONG

exceed overpraise

WEAK

assess too highly build up expect too much of make too much of overassess overesteem overprize overreckon rate too highly think too highly of think too much of

Antonyms

STRONGEST

play down

WEAK

underrate undervalue

Example Sentences

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When a movement loses its ability to shape events, it begins to overrate the importance of symbols.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026

"Be careful not to overrate the Russia-China relationship," says Mr Østhagen.

From BBC • May 23, 2025

Still, it's important not to overrate what Carlson's leaving means for Fox News.

From Salon • Apr. 25, 2023

“So first we should not overrate his statements — they are so often not true.”

From New York Times • Jul. 21, 2020

Yes, I think so; but sometimes, you know, I'm apt to overrate my own ability.

From The Dorrance Domain by Wells, Carolyn