Meaning of the word overestimate in English
What does overestimate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
overestimate
US /ˌoʊ.vɚˈes.tə.meɪt/
UK /ˌoʊ.vɚˈes.tə.meɪt/
Verb
1.
to guess an amount that is too high or a size that is too big:
Example:
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I overestimated and there was a lot of food left over after the party.
Noun
1.
a guess that is too high in amount:
Example:
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The shortfall was caused by an overestimate of revenue last year.
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