exagerado
“exagerado” means “exaggerated” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
exaggerated
Also: excessive, over the top
📝 In Action
Ese precio por un café es exagerado.
A1That price for a coffee is excessive.
Ella me contó una historia muy exagerada.
A2She told me a very exaggerated story.
Llevas un maquillaje un poco exagerado para ir a clase.
B1Your makeup is a bit over the top for going to class.
exaggerator
Also: drama queen
📝 In Action
¡No seas exagerado! Solo es un pequeño resfriado.
A2Don't be such a drama king! It's just a little cold.
Mi hermano es un exagerado; dice que caminó cien kilómetros.
B1My brother is an exaggerator; he says he walked a hundred kilometers.
Las exageradas de mis tías siempre lloran en las bodas.
B2Those drama queens (my aunts) always cry at weddings.
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Quick Quiz: exagerado
Question 1 of 3
Which sentence describes a person who overreacts?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'exaggeratus,' which literally meant 'piled up' or 'heaped up.' It comes from 'ex-' (out) and 'agger' (heap/pile), implying making a mountain out of a molehill.
First recorded: 15th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'exagerado' for food?
Yes! If a portion is massive or there is way too much salt, you can say the amount is 'exagerado'.
What is the difference between 'exagerado' and 'exagerando'?
'Exagerado' describes the person or thing (an adjective), while 'exagerando' is the action of doing it right now (exaggerating).
Is it a rude word?
Not usually. It is more of a descriptive word or a mild tease, though it depends on your tone of voice.