B2EmotionsAdjective

ubertrieben

exaggerated/excessive

/yːbɐˈtʁiːbn̩/

An adjective meaning 'exaggerated' or 'excessive', beyond what is reasonable.

Example Sentences

Das finde ich übertrieben.

I find that exaggerated.

Der Preis ist maßlos übertrieben.

The price is wildly excessive.

Übertriebene Vorsicht schadet auch.

Excessive caution is also harmful.

Common Mistakes

Confusing 'übertrieben' with 'überraschend'

'übertrieben' = exaggerated, 'überraschend' = surprising

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