overcome
Translation
to overcome, to conquer
Examples
She had to overcome many obstacles.
She had to overcome many obstacles.
He was overcome with emotion.
He was overcome with emotion.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to succeed in dealing with (a problem) She worked hard to overcome her fear of flying.
((to be overcome with sth.)) to be strongly affected by (an emotion) He was overcome with grief after the news.
Similar Words
Synonyms: conquer, surmount, defeat; Antonyms: yield, surrender
Etymology
From 'over-' (above) + 'come'. The idea is to 'come' out 'over' or on top of a problem or difficulty.
Memory Tips
Picture climbing 'over' a wall and 'coming' to the other side. You have overcome the obstacle.