hyperbolic meaning

UK US /ˌhaɪpɚˈbɑlɪk/ 4 syllables

hyperbolic (adjective): enlarged beyond truth or reasonableness.

hyperbolic has 2 meanings in this dictionary.

hyperbolic as an adjective

  1. enlarged beyond truth or reasonableness
    • a hyperbolic style

    Synonyms: inflated

    Similar: increased

    Related forms: hyperbole

  2. of or relating to a hyperbola
    • hyperbolic functions

    Related forms: hyperbola

How to pronounce hyperbolic

hyperbolic is pronounced /ˌhaɪpɚˈbɑlɪk/ in American English. It has 4 syllables, with the stress on the third syllable.

Words that rhyme with hyperbolic

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