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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

oversimplify

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈsɪmplɪfaɪ/

KK: /oʊvərˈsɪmplɪfaɪ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make something too simple, often leading to misunderstandings or inaccuracies.

Example: It's easy to oversimplify complex issues when discussing them in a short article.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something simpler than it really is, often leading to misunderstandings or inaccuracies.

Example: It's easy to oversimplify complex issues and miss important details.

oversimplistic

IPA: /ˌoʊvərsɪmˈplɪstɪk/

KK: /oʊvərˈsɪmplɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is overly simple and does not consider all the complexities or details.

Example: The teacher warned that the solution was oversimplistic and ignored important factors.

oversolicitous

IPA: /ˌoʊ.vər.səˈlɪt.əs/

KK: /oʊvərsəˈlɪtəs/

adjective

Definition: Showing too much concern or care for someone, often to the point of being overly attentive or anxious.

Example: Her oversolicitous nature made her friends feel smothered instead of supported.

overspecialize

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/

KK: /oʊvərˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To focus on a very narrow area of expertise or knowledge, often to the point where it limits understanding or ability in other areas.

Example: If you overspecialize in one subject, you might miss out on important information in related fields.

overspeculate

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈspɛkjʊˌleɪt/

KK: /oʊvərˈspɛk.jʊ.leɪt/

verb

Definition: To make excessive guesses or assumptions about something, often without enough evidence or information.

Example: Investors tend to overspeculate about the market trends, leading to risky decisions.

overstate

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈsteɪt/

KK: /oʊvərˈsteɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To express something in a way that makes it seem more important or serious than it really is.

Example: He tends to overstate the benefits of his product to attract more customers.

overstated

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈsteɪtɪd/

KK: /oʊvərˈsteɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has been presented in a way that makes it seem more important or serious than it really is.

Example: The report's conclusions were overstated, leading to unnecessary panic among the public.

verb

Definition: To say something in a way that makes it seem more important or serious than it really is.

Example: He overstated the benefits of the new policy during the meeting.

overstatement

IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌsteɪtmənt/

KK: /ˈoʊvərˌsteɪtmənt/

noun

Definition: A statement that makes something seem more important or serious than it really is, often by exaggerating the truth.

Example: His claim that he could run a marathon in under two hours was an overstatement.

overstep

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈstɛp/

KK: /oʊvərˈstɛp/

transitive verb

Definition: To go beyond a limit or boundary, often in a way that is considered inappropriate or unacceptable.

Example: He overstepped his authority by making decisions without consulting his team.

overstimulate

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈstɪmjʊˌleɪt/

KK: /oʊvərˈstɪmʊˌleɪt/

verb

Definition: To cause someone or something to become too excited or active, often leading to discomfort or stress.

Example: The loud music and bright lights can overstimulate young children at a party.

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