Meaning of the word overrate in English

What does overrate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

overrate

US /ˌoʊ.vɚˈreɪt/
UK /ˌəʊ.vəˈreɪt/
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Verb

have a higher opinion of (someone or something) than is deserved

Example:
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I think you're overrating his abilities; he's not that good.
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Many critics overrate this new movie.
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