Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Overcome.
How to pronounce overcome:
US
Overcome - as a verb
Win a victory over
Example: "You must overcome all difficulties"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
defeat10get the better ofHypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Get on top of; deal with successfully
Example: "He overcame his shyness"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
get overmaster8subdue9surmount10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
beat6beat outcrush10shell8trounce9vanquish23Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
overpower17overtake15overwhelm20sweep overwhelm13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
arouse6elicit8enkindle13evoke12fire7kindle11provoke16raise5Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Overcome, usually through no fault or weakness of the person that is overcome
Example: "Heart disease can get the best of us"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
get the besthave the bestOvercome - as a noun
The burden or recurring theme in a song.
A surplus.
Example Sentences
"He managed to overcome his fear of heights and successfully climbed the mountain."
"With determination and hard work, she was able to overcome the challenges in her career."
"They worked together to overcome the language barrier and communicate effectively."
"The team had to overcome a series of setbacks in order to win the championship."
"Through therapy and support, he was able to overcome his depression."
Word Game Points
Is OVERCOME a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, overcome is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OVERCOME has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is OVERCOME a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, overcome is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOVERCOME has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is OVERCOME a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, overcome is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOVERCOME has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
