exaggerated
UK: ɪɡˈzædʒəreɪtɪd | US: ɪɡˈzædʒəreɪtɪd
adj. overstated or represented as larger, more important, or more extreme than is true
v. (past tense of exaggerate) to overstate or amplify beyond the facts
The word exaggerated traces back to Latin exaggerare ("to heap up, amplify"), combining ex- (out) + agger (heap, mound). The imagery of piling something up beyond its natural size evolved metaphorically into the modern sense of overstating or overemphasizing. The suffix -ate marks it as a verb, while -ed indicates the past participle form.
His exaggerated claims made the story seem unbelievable.
She rolled her eyes at his exaggerated imitation of their boss.
The comedian’s exaggerated gestures had the audience laughing.
Media often presents an exaggerated view of celebrity lifestyles.
The report criticized the exaggerated focus on minor issues.