Meaning of hyperbolic in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions
  3. Qualitative Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌhaɪpərˈbɑlɪk/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    hyperbolic

    Definitions

    1. enlarged beyond truth or reasonableness

    Examples

    • « had an exaggerated (or inflated) opinion of himself »
    • « a hyperbolic style »

    Synonyms

  2. Qualitative Adjective

    hyperbolic

    Definitions

    1. of or relating to a hyperbola

    Examples

    • « hyperbolic functions »

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