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overpromoting

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /ˌoʊvərprəˈmoʊtɪŋ/

KK: /oʊvərprəˈmoʊtɪŋ/

adjective
Definition

Not applicable as 'overpromoting' is not an adjective; it is the present participle form of a verb.


Example

The company is overpromoting its new product, which may lead to customer fatigue.


Conversation
Sloth A
I feel like the ads for that new movie are really overpromoting it.
Sloth B
Yeah, it's almost like they want to create unrealistic expectations.
Sloth A
Exactly! Sometimes less is more, you know?
Sloth B
Totally! It can ruin the experience if the buildup is too much.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
exaggerated
overstated
inflated
Antonyms
understated
modest
subdued
Root Explanation

Overpromoting → It is formed from "over-" (meaning excessively) and "promoting" (from Latin "promovere", meaning to move forward or advance). The word "overpromoting" means excessively advancing or endorsing something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'over' meaning excessively and 'promoting' meaning to advance something — so overpromoting means to excessively advance or endorse.

Visually Confused Words

No commonly confused words.

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