exagérer
A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., acheter).
transitive verb
a. to exaggerate
Thomas aime exagérer ses exploits sportifs pour impressionner ses amis.Thomas loves to exaggerate his sports achievements to impress his friends.
b. to overstate
Je pense qu’Alexia a peut-être exagéré ses compétences.I think Alexia may have overstated her qualifications.
c. to overemphasize
Ma tante a tendance à exagérer l'importance des petits détails.My aunt tends to overemphasize the importance of minor details.
An intransitive verb is one that does not require a direct object (e.g., éternuer.).
intransitive verb
a. to exaggerate
Tu exagères ! La situation n'est pas aussi dramatique que cela.You're exaggerating! The situation is not as terrible as that.
a. to go too far
Marc commence à vraiment exagérer avec ses propos !Marc is starting to go way too far with his words!
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