Used in a Sentence

overact

How to use overact in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for overact.

Editorial note

It would be best for you to comically overact your emotions so that people can get a read on how you are reacting.

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Parts of speech1

Quick take

exaggerate one's acting

Meaning at a glance

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verb

exaggerate one's acting

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for overact.

Example sentences

1

It would be best for you to comically overact your emotions so that people can get a read on how you are reacting.

2

Somehow I feel like they overact their role, kinda closer to the telemarketer vibe.

3

The increase in asthma and allergies in the modern world is probably because kids don't get enough dirt exposure and then the immune system overacts later.

4

Because the call omits so much context that is obvious when talking in person, it helps to overact emotions, especially if you don't want to take valuable speaking bandwidth.

Frequently asked questions

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How do you use overact in a sentence?

It would be best for you to comically overact your emotions so that people can get a read on how you are reacting.

What does overact mean?

exaggerate one's acting

What part of speech is overact?

overact is commonly used as verb.