overcome

//ˌoʊvərˈkʌm//
B2Frequency Level 8Neutral
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Verb

overcomeInfinitive
overcomePresent tense
overcamePast tense
overcomePast participle
overcomingPresent participle
overcomesThird-person singular
1

to succeed in dealing with or controlling a problem, difficulty, or challenge

She worked hard to overcome her fear of public speaking.

2

to defeat or prevail over an opponent or obstacle

Our team overcame a strong opponent to win the championship.

3

to be overwhelmed by emotion or physical effects

She was overcome with grief at the funeral.