overemphasize
verb
over·em·pha·size
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overemphasized;
overemphasizing
Definition of overemphasize
: to give excessive emphasis to (something)
overemphasize risks We have overemphasized the differences between men and women.— Zosia Bielski … people feeling pushed into starting businesses … in a culture that overemphasizes entrepreneurialism.— Derrick Penner I can't overemphasize the importance of this turning point in my life.— Genesse Gentry We … cannot overemphasize how important it is to keep up with latest security fixes …— Rene Gielen The value of a good reputation cannot be overemphasized.— J. Dwight Pentecost It's hard to overemphasize how significant this development will be …— Rich Smith
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overemphasize
verb
English Language Learners Definition of overemphasize
: to treat (something) with more importance than is needed or proper : to emphasize (something) too strongly
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