overcome

/ˈɒvrkʌm/

Definitions

1. verb

to succeed in dealing with a problem or difficulty, or to feel more confident or calm after a difficult experience

“She worked hard to overcome her fear of public speaking.”

2. verb

to gain control of something, especially a habit or an addiction

“He tried to overcome his addiction to social media.”

3. noun

a person or thing that has been able to deal with a problem or difficulty

“The team was the first to overcome the obstacles and reach the summit.”

4. noun

a feeling of being more confident or calm after a difficult experience

“The sense of accomplishment was a great feeling of being overcome.”

Synonyms

  • conquer
  • surmount
  • vanquish

Antonyms

  • succumb
  • undermine
  • weaken