overrate
|o-ver-rate|
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/ˌoʊvərˈreɪt/
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/ˌəʊvəˈreɪt/
excessive valuation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overrate' originates from the prefix 'over-' meaning 'excessively' and the verb 'rate' meaning 'to assess or evaluate'.
Historical Evolution
'overrate' evolved from the combination of 'over-' and 'rate' in Middle English, maintaining its meaning through to modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to assess something too highly', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to assign too high a value or importance to something.
Many people overrate the importance of wealth.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41