overcome

Definition

  • v. get on top of; deal with successfully

Word forms

Past participle
overcome
Present participle
overcoming
Past tense
overcame
Third person singular
overcomes

Example sentences

  1. vt.

    She worked hard to overcome her fears and finally gave a speech in front of the class.

  2. vi.

    After a long battle, the team was able to overcome in the finals and win the championship.