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overvalue

Definition:

verb: to assign a higher value or worth than is justified or realistic

verb: to rate or appreciate too highly; to place excessive importance on something/someone

Senses:

1. Overestimate the worth or value of:

Example sentence: The company's stockholders tend to overvalue the company's future prospects, resulting in inflated stock prices.

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2. Exaggerate the importance or significance of:

Example sentence: It's not healthy to overvalue material possessions; true happiness comes from within.

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3. Set too high a price or demand for:

Example sentence: The seller is overvaluing this used car; it is certainly not worth that much money.

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4. Overrate the abilities or skills of:

Example sentence: As much as I admire her, I think people overvalue her talent as an actress.

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