This is the 13888th most frequent Spanish word.
sobreactuar
To overact or exaggerate in acting.
In this case, 'sobreactuar' is used metaphorically to describe exaggerated emotional expressions during an argument.
Cuando discute, parece que sobreactúa para llamar la atención.
When arguing, he seems to overact to attract attention.
Here, 'sobreactuar' suggests behaving in an exaggerated manner in reaction to an event or situation.
No hace falta que sobreactúes, todos entendemos lo que pasó.
There's no need to overact, we all understand what happened.
Here, 'sobreactuar' is used to describe exaggerated acting in the context of theatrical performances.