Spanish Conversation · Level 142
45 words
Spanish word
exageración
Pronunciation
IPA/eksaxeɾaˈθjon/
Meaning
- feminine nounexaggeration
Example
Esa exageración no es necesaria.
That exaggeration is not necessary.
More examples
La exageración confunde al interlocutor.
The exaggeration confuses the interlocutor.
Core concept
Piled-up embellishment.
Common phrases
exageración verbal
verbal exaggeration
una exageración evidente
a clear exaggeration
detectar la exageración
spot the exaggeration
Similar words
hipérbole: Uses intentional, dramatic overstatement (often figurative) to heighten an impression.
exceso: Indicates a degree or quantity that exceeds what is appropriate, normal, or needed.
Definition in Spanish
Presentación de hechos o cualidades como más grandes, intensos o importantes de lo que son en realidad.
Word origin
From Latin exaggeratio (ex- 'out' or intensive + aggerare 'to heap up'), reflecting the idea of adding layers or heaps to a report so it seems greater.
Usage tips
- The related adjective exagerado can mean either 'overstated' or 'ridiculous' depending on tone, so judge context before choosing an English equivalent.
Opposites
- sobriedadsobrietynoun
- moderaciónmoderationnoun
Related words
- exagerarexaggerateverb
- exageradoexaggeratedadjective
- exageradamenteoverlyadverb