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Meaning of overcome

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

overcome

Pronunciation:/ˌəʊvəˈkʌm//ˌoʊvəɹˈkʌm/

noun

Definitions

  1. The burden or recurring theme in a song.

  2. A surplus.

verb

Definitions

  1. To surmount (a physical or abstract obstacle); to prevail over, to get the better of.

    Example: to overcome enemies in battle

  2. To win or prevail in some sort of battle, contest, etc.

    Example: We shall overcome.

  3. To come or pass over; to spread over.

    Example: I was overcome with anger.

  4. To overflow; to surcharge.