What is another word for laid it on thick?
Pronunciation: [lˈe͡ɪd ɪt ˌɒn θˈɪk] (IPA) 
"Laid it on thick" is an idiom that means to exaggerate or overstate something in a way that is excessively dramatic or insincere. There are several synonyms that can be used in place of this phrase to convey a similar meaning. Some of these synonyms include: overemphasize, exaggerate, overstate, embellish, magnify, inflate, amplify, dramatize, hyperbolize, and pile it on. All of these words suggest an attempt to make something appear more important or significant than it really is, using too much emphasis or drama. Using these synonyms, one can convey the message that someone is being overly dramatic or insincere with their words or actions.
