Definition of Overcome
Overcome
over·come
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to successfully deal with a difficulty or gain control over a problem;
e.g. He was able to overcome his fear of heights.
(verb)
to defeat someone/something, to prove to be superior than them/it;
e.g. We are eager to overcome the opposing team in Saturday's match.
(verb)
to overwhelm or overpower someone;
e.g. I knew the emotions would overcome me if I read the letter just then.
(adjective)
overwhelmed or consumed by a particular emotion;
e.g. He felt overcome by joy and didn't know how to respond.
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