1. exaggerated or excessive in importance, size, or degree
2. past its prime; no longer fresh or at peak condition
Usage: often used of flowers

Examples

• The media coverage of the incident was completely overblown.
• His reputation as a difficult person is overblown.
• The roses in the garden looked overblown after the storm.
• Critics said the movie’s budget was overblown for such a simple story.
• The overblown flowers drooped sadly in their vase.
• Her fears about the test were overblown—it was easier than expected.
• The overblown peonies scattered petals across the lawn.