Overshadow Definition

ōvər-shădō
overshadowed, overshadows
verb
overshadowed, overshadows
To cast a shadow over.
Webster's New World
To darken; obscure.
Webster's New World
To be, by comparison, more significant or important than.
Webster's New World

To dominate something and make it seem insignificant.

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Origin of Overshadow

  • Old English ofersceadwian, from ofer- (“over-") + sceadwian (“cover with shade"), a calque of Latin obumbrō, from ob (“over") + umbrō (“shade"). Compare Dutch overschaduwen, German überschatten.

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Overshadow Sentence Examples

  • This last question is beginning to overshadow all the rest.

  • Neutrals are easy to play with, and they won't overshadow the zebra prints.

  • While this white is less likely to shine on its own, it will not overshadow with your other holiday dishes.

  • Pinot Noir - Although strong flavors can sometimes overshadow this lighter-bodied red wine, it is a great choice for its versatility.

  • Individuals with Aspergers tend to have specific interests that overshadow other aspects of their lives.

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Words Starting With

OOVOVE

Words Ending With

WOWDOW

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Words Starting With O and Ending With W

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10 Letter Words10 Letter Words Starting With O10 Letter Words Ending With W