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Definition of overpromote

overpromote

/ˌoʊvɚprəˈmoʊt/
o · ver · pro · mote
Adjective:overpromoted
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Past Simple:overpromoted
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Past Participle:overpromoted
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Present Participle:overpromoting
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overpromote Lexical Profile

overpromote Game Scores & Validity

• verb

1

To publicize, advertise, or praise (a product, event, or person) excessively.

Example

"Critics argued that the studio had overpromoted the mediocre summer blockbuster, leaving audiences disappointed."

2

To advance or raise (an employee or official) to a rank or position beyond their level of competence or experience.

Example

"Fast-growing companies sometimes overpromote talented engineers into management roles without providing adequate leadership training."

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• Rhymes for overpromote

• Nearby Words

overproduction
overprogrammed
overpromise
overpromote
overprotect
overprotected
overprotection

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Overpromote. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/overpromote
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