1. to represent or describe something as greater, worse, or more significant than it actually is, particularly regarding obstacles or challenges
He tends to exaggerate difficulties whenever he faces a new project.
Ele tende a exagerar as dificuldades sempre que enfrenta um novo projeto.
2. to overstate the degree of hardship or trouble involved in a situation
Don't exaggerate difficulties; we have the resources to handle this task.
Não exagere as dificuldades; temos recursos para lidar com essa tarefa.