8.

Read the sentence.

In last night’s speech, the senator embellished the effect her policies have had on the country by claiming that they have significantly improved the economy, but in reality, the economy has only improved slightly.

What does embellished mean?

Doubted

was truthful about

Exaggerated

1 answer

In this context, "embellished" means "Exaggerated." The senator made her policies sound better or more impactful than they really are.