Overview
Overcome means to defeat or to succeed in controlling or dealing with something. It can describe triumph over a challenge, obstacle, or adversary.
Examples
- Juventus overcame Ajax in a thrilling game.
- She finally overcame her fear of flying after months of practice.
Usage Notes
- Often used with difficulties, obstacles, problems, or fears.
- Implies progress from a difficult state to a resolved or improved one.
Author Summary
Overcome denotes conquering a challenge or obstacle, turning struggle into success, and is commonly applied to both physical defeats and emotional or practical hurdles.
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Cambridge Dictionary — 2025-12-03