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Definition of overvalue

overvalue

/ˌoʊvɚˈvæljuː/
o · ver · val · ue
Adjective:overvalued
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Past Simple:overvalued
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Past Participle:overvalued
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Present Participle:overvaluing
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overvalue Lexical Profile

overvalue Game Scores & Validity

• verb

1

To estimate or assign the financial worth of an asset, currency, or property at an amount higher than its actual or fair market value.

Example

"Analysts warned that investors tend to overvalue emerging technology startups during periods of rapid market growth."

2

To regard or esteem someone or something as having greater importance, merit, or significance than is warranted.

Example

"Many hiring managers overvalue credentials from prestigious universities while overlooking practical experience."

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• Rhymes for overvalue

• Nearby Words

overuse
overutilize
overvaluation
overvalue
overview
overviolently
overvividly

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