overestimate
verb (used with object)
to estimate at too high a value, amount, rate, or the like.
overestimating
-
present participleof overestimate.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
“The market is underestimating the breadth of XPeng’s AI ambitions but could be overestimating how quickly this can translate into earnings,” Hsiao said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
However, Adobe’s buyback pledge indicates that management thinks the market is severely overestimating the impact of such AI on its business.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 22, 2026
At the time, he estimated that federal employment data could be overestimating the number of jobs created by as much as 60,000 positions each month.
From Barron's ● Feb. 2, 2026
"You believe that other people are overestimating your abilities and intelligence, and you fear that one day you'll be exposed as incompetent and undeserving of your success."
From Science Daily ● Jan. 5, 2026
My father has a bad habit of overestimating his charm—and also my mother’s patience.
From "Flush" by Carl Hiaasen
