Acting Techniques And Terms

verb to exaggerate or overemphasize something, especially in a performance or situation

• It is important not to overplay the significance of this minor issue.
• Don't overplay your hand in negotiations or you might lose out.
• I think you're overplaying how much fun we had at the party.
• She tends to overplay her emotions when she's upset.

verb to place something on oneself or someone else

preposition used to indicate the action of placing something on a surface or body

• She put on her best dress for the gala event.
• I'm going to put on my favorite hoodie and relax at home.
• Let's put on some tunes and have a dance party!
• He always puts on a brave face even in tough situations.

adverb in a manner that is artificial or insincere

• She spoke in an affectedly posh accent during the interview.
• He always acts affectedly when he's around his crush.
• Stop being so affectedly cool, just be yourself.
• The artist's painting was beautiful but affectedly unrealistic.