💪overcome

verb
/ˌoʊvərˈkʌm/

Meaning

to succeed in dealing with a problem or difficulty; to defeat
to defeat or succeed in dealing with a problem; to conquer difficulties
To succeed in dealing with a problem or difficulty.

Example Sentences

She managed to overcome all the challenges in her career.

She worked hard to overcome her fear of public speaking.

You can overcome procrastination with planning.

Example Expressions

overcome with emotion

Synonyms

conquer, defeat, prevail, master, surmount, triumph, triumph over
Entry 1
conquer, defeat, prevail, master
Entry 2
defeat, conquer, surmount, triumph
Entry 3
conquer, defeat, surmount, triumph over

Antonyms

surrender, fail, yield, succumb, submit
Entry 1
surrender, fail
Entry 2
surrender, yield, succumb, submit
Entry 3
surrender, fail, succumb, yield

Collocations

overcome fear, overcome difficulties, overcome obstacles, overcome challenges
Entry 1
overcome fear, overcome difficulties, overcome obstacles, overcome challenges
Entry 2
overcome obstacles, overcome fear, overcome difficulties, overcome challenges

More Example Sentences

I used to feel uncomfortable speaking in public, but regular practice has helped me overcome that significantly.

Related Vocabularies

To make great efforts to achieve or obtain something.
Placing or arranging things in a straight line or in correct relative positions.
to feel or express strong disapproval of something
to officially recognize, authorize, or approve someone or something
to loosen or remove a knot or binding; to release something that is tied
to jump or dance around excitedly

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