Pronunciation: /oʊvərˈɛmfəsɪs/
noun excessive or exaggerated emphasis on something
A1 She was criticized for her overemphasis on small details.
A2 The teacher's overemphasis on grammar made the students anxious.
B1 The overemphasis on profits led to the company neglecting employee well-being.
B2 The politician's overemphasis on security issues alienated some voters.
C1 The author's overemphasis on symbolism added depth to the novel.
C2 The director's overemphasis on visual effects detracted from the emotional impact of the film.
verb none
A1 She overemphasized her excitement by clapping loudly and jumping up and down.
A2 The teacher overemphasized the importance of studying for the exam.
B1 The marketing campaign overemphasized the benefits of the product, leading to unrealistic expectations.
B2 The actor overemphasized his lines, making the performance seem forced.
C1 The journalist was criticized for overemphasizing the negative aspects of the story.
C2 The coach overemphasized the need for teamwork in order to achieve success.
adjective none
A1 She was criticized for her overemphasis on perfection.
A2 The overemphasis on appearance in today's society can be harmful.
B1 The overemphasis on test scores in schools can lead to a narrow focus on academics.
B2 There is an overemphasis on technology in the workplace, sometimes at the expense of human interaction.
C1 The overemphasis on profit margins can sometimes result in unethical business practices.
C2 The author's overemphasis on symbolism throughout the novel adds depth to the story.
adverb none
A1 She overemphasized her excitement by clapping loudly.
A2 The teacher overemphasized the importance of studying for the exam.
B1 The coach overemphasized the need for teamwork in order to win the game.
B2 The politician overemphasized his achievements in his campaign speech.
C1 The media often overemphasizes the impact of certain events on society.
C2 The author's writing style tends to overemphasize the emotional aspects of the characters.
pronoun none
A1 Some people believe that overemphasis on material possessions can lead to unhappiness.
A2 The teacher warned the students about the overemphasis on memorization rather than understanding the concepts.
B1 The company's marketing campaign received criticism for its overemphasis on flashy visuals rather than product features.
B2 The politician's speech was criticized for its overemphasis on attacking opponents rather than presenting a clear plan for the future.
C1 The author's writing style has been praised for its subtle use of irony and overemphasis on societal issues.
C2 In academic circles, there is a growing concern about the overemphasis on quantitative research methods over qualitative approaches.
preposition none
A1 She put too much overemphasis on her appearance.
A2 The teacher warned against overemphasis on memorization.
B1 There was an overemphasis on profits rather than employee well-being.
B2 The company's marketing campaign had an overemphasis on luxury instead of functionality.
C1 The politician's speech was criticized for its overemphasis on nationalism.
C2 The film director's style is known for its overemphasis on visual effects over storytelling.
conjunction none
A1 I like ice cream, but I don't want to eat it every day.
A2 I enjoy watching movies, however, I don't like overemphasis on special effects.
B1 She is a good student; however, her overemphasis on perfection can be detrimental to her mental health.
B2 The presentation was informative; nevertheless, the overemphasis on statistics made it hard to follow.
C1 The company's marketing strategy was effective; nonetheless, the overemphasis on social media led to neglecting other advertising channels.
C2 The novel was well-written; however, the author's overemphasis on symbolism made it difficult for some readers to fully appreciate the story.
interjection none
A1 Overemphasis! Please don't forget your lunch.
A2 Overemphasis on the importance of teamwork can lead to success.
B1 Overemphasis on grades can create unnecessary stress for students.
B2 Overemphasis on appearance can negatively impact self-esteem.
C1 Overemphasis on profits can sometimes compromise ethical standards.
C2 Overemphasis on efficiency may overlook the importance of quality.
article none
A1 She received a bad grade because of the overemphasis on spelling in the test.
A2 The teacher warned the students not to use overemphasis when highlighting key points in their presentations.
B1 The overemphasis on physical appearance in the media can have negative effects on self-esteem.
B2 The overemphasis on profits led to unethical practices within the company.
C1 The overemphasis on academic achievements can create unnecessary pressure on students.
C2 The author's overemphasis on certain themes detracted from the overall quality of the novel.
formal The professor warned against the overemphasis on one particular aspect of the research study.
informal Don't put too much emphasis on that, it's just one small part of the project.
slang Stop overdoing it, it's not that big of a deal.
figurative She tends to blow things out of proportion, always making an overemphasis on minor details.
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