as in to appreciate
to place too high a value on
the contractors overestimated their ability to do the work on such short notice
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Recent Examples of overestimate
Additionally, the false consensus effect leads leaders to overestimate the degree to which others share their positive beliefs.
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Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
The Washington leader has repeatedly called out his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy for overestimating his leverage in both the conflict and the discussions, as well as — earlier this week — disregarding the possibility of renouncing Crimea.
—Ruxandra Iordache, CNBC, 25 Apr. 2025
Studies consistently show that people—and especially high performers—tend to overestimate their own judgment, capabilities, and the predictability of outcomes.
—Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
If anything, the United States—particularly in the era of President Donald Trump—risks overestimating unilateral power and underestimating China’s ability to counter it.
CAPACITY-CENTRIC STATECRAFT
For Washington, three realities must be central to any serious strategy for long-term competition.
—Kurt M. Campbell, Foreign Affairs, 10 Apr. 2025
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Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
The Washington leader has repeatedly called out his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy for overestimating his leverage in both the conflict and the discussions, as well as — earlier this week — disregarding the possibility of renouncing Crimea.
—Ruxandra Iordache, CNBC, 25 Apr. 2025
Studies consistently show that people—and especially high performers—tend to overestimate their own judgment, capabilities, and the predictability of outcomes.
—Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
If anything, the United States—particularly in the era of President Donald Trump—risks overestimating unilateral power and underestimating China’s ability to counter it.
CAPACITY-CENTRIC STATECRAFT
For Washington, three realities must be central to any serious strategy for long-term competition.
—Kurt M. Campbell, Foreign Affairs, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overestimate
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During this time, biologists also began to appreciate bird intelligence, starting with their studies of Alex, an African gray parrot who could count and identify objects.—
Yasemin Saplakoglu,
Wired News,
11 May 2025
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Cucumbers need lots of water, but your rosemary, lavender, and thyme will not appreciate the moisture.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
10 May 2025
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New research has revealed that Millennials often value their dogs' company over that of their human besties, siblings—and even their own parents.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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While valuing space and independence is healthy, disconnecting from your own emotional world can eventually keep you from experiencing genuine connection.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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Mediocre art really does get overrated on account of its politics.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
5 May 2025
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Besides, although consistency is a virtue in sports, it can be overrated.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
4 May 2025
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But while a few analysts raised their price targets on the stock following the results, many maintained hold or sell-equivalent ratings as concerns remain that Palantir may be overvalued.—
Brian Evans,
CNBC,
6 May 2025
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One recent report estimated that real estate statewide was overvalued by $50 billion based on flood risks alone.—
Alex Harris,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2025
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Crystal Palace’s Guehi remains admired at centre-back and Burnley’s James Trafford has long been a goalkeeper target.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
13 May 2025
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This beautifully crafted tribute book makes a heartfelt gift for anyone who admired Pope Francis or was touched by his message.—
Gene Myers,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
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The United States is a place where property rights should by default be respected and protected.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
11 May 2025
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The family also thanked everyone who took part in the search for Coa, and requested their privacy be respected in the wake of her death.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
10 May 2025
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“Overestimate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overestimate. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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