Exagerated vs. Exaggerated — What's the Difference?
Edited by Tayyaba Rehman — By Fiza Rafique — Published on September 17, 2023
"Exagerated" is a common misspelling. The correct spelling is "exaggerated," meaning made to seem larger or better than it really is.
Difference Between Exagerated and Exaggerated
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Which is correct: Exagerated or Exaggerated
How to spell Exaggerated?
Exagerated
Incorrect Spelling
Exaggerated
Correct Spelling
Key Differences
Remember there are two 'g's in "exaggerated."
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Think of the word "aggregate" which also has two 'g's.
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Ex-"agger"-ated: focus on the "agger" part to get the double 'g' right.
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The base word is "exaggerate," which also has two 'g's.
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Say it slowly: ex-ag-ger-ated to recall the correct spelling.
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Compare with Definitions
Exagerated
Exagerated is an incorrect spelling of exaggerated.
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Exaggerated
Exaggerated may refer to something enhanced or overstated beyond the truth.
The benefits of the product were exaggerated in the advertisement.
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Exaggerated
Exaggerated can describe an unnatural or affected action.
He had an exaggerated limp to gain sympathy.
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Exaggerated
Exaggerated describes something represented as larger or greater than it actually is.
His tales of adventure were greatly exaggerated.
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Exaggerated
Exaggerated might also imply a distortion of facts or details.
The movie had an exaggerated version of real events.
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Exaggerated
Exaggerated can mean overly dramatic or overemphasized.
She made an exaggerated sigh of frustration.
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Exaggerated
To consider, represent, or cause to appear as larger, more important, or more extreme than is actually the case; overstate
Exaggerated his own role in the episode.
Exaggerated the size of the enemy force.
Exaggerated how difficult the project would be.
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Exaggerated
To make overstatements.
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Exaggerated
That has been described as greater than it actually is; abnormally increased or enlarged.
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Exaggerated
Simple past tense and past participle of exaggerate
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Exaggerated
Enlarged beyond bounds or the truth.
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Exaggerated
Represented as greater than is true or reasonable;
An exaggerated opinion of oneself
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Exaggerated
Enlarged to an abnormal degree;
Thick lenses exaggerated the size of her eyes
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Exaggerated
Enlarged beyond truth or reasonableness;
Had an exaggerated (or inflated) opinion of himself
A hyperbolic style
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Common Curiosities
Which vowel is used before exaggerated?
It depends on context. Generally "an" as in "an exaggerated claim."
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What is the root word of exaggerated?
Exaggerate.
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Why is it called exaggerated?
The term comes from the Latin "exaggerare" meaning "to heap up." It implies amplifying or enlarging beyond the truth.
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What is the verb form of exaggerated?
Exaggerate.
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What is the singular form of exaggerated?
Exaggerated (as it's an adjective).
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What is the pronunciation of exaggerated?
/ɪɡˈzædʒəˌreɪtɪd/
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Which preposition is used with exaggerated?
"In" can be used as in "exaggerated in its description."
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Is exaggerated an adverb?
No.
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Is exaggerated an abstract noun?
No.
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What is the plural form of exaggerated?
There isn't a plural form of adjectives in English.
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Is exaggerated a negative or positive word?
It's neutral, but often used in negative contexts.
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Is exaggerated a noun or adjective?
Adjective.
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Is exaggerated a countable noun?
No, it's an adjective.
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Is exaggerated a vowel or consonant?
"Exaggerated" is a word made up of both vowels and consonants.
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How do we divide exaggerated into syllables?
ex-ag-ger-at-ed.
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Which conjunction is used with exaggerated?
Any conjunction can be used, depending on the context.
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What is a stressed syllable in exaggerated?
"agger."
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What is another term for exaggerated?
Overstated.
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What is the first form of exaggerated?
Exaggerate.
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What is the second form of exaggerated?
Exaggerated.
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What is the opposite of exaggerated?
Understated.
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Which determiner is used with exaggerated?
Any determiner like "this," "that," "these," or "those" can be used, depending on the context.
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What is the third form of exaggerated?
Exaggerated.
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Is the exaggerated term a metaphor?
No, but it can be used in metaphoric expressions.
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What part of speech is exaggerated?
Adjective.
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How is exaggerated used in a sentence?
"The story he told was so exaggerated that no one believed him."
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Which article is used with exaggerated?
Both "a" and "an" can be used, depending on the following word.
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Is exaggerated a collective noun?
No.
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Is the word exaggerated imperative?
No.
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How many syllables are in exaggerated?
Five.
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Tayyaba RehmanTayyaba Rehman is a distinguished writer, currently serving as a primary contributor to askdifference.com. As a researcher in semantics and etymology, Tayyaba's passion for the complexity of languages and their distinctions has found a perfect home on the platform. Tayyaba delves into the intricacies of language, distinguishing between commonly confused words and phrases, thereby providing clarity for readers worldwide.
