hyper- — over, above, excessive (affix)

hyper- over, above, excessive
Component prefix

Greek · Greek 'over/excessive' (hyperactive, hyperbole).

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hyperbole B2
/haɪˈpɝbəli/ Deliberate exaggeration used for emphasis or effect, not meant to be taken literally.

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