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Meaning of overpassed
The primary meaning of the word "overpassed" is to go beyond something in amount, degree, or extent.
Etymology of overpassed
The word "overpassed" originates from the Old English words "ofer" meaning "over" and "pæssan" or "pæscan" meaning "to pass", with the prefix "over-" indicating a sense of going beyond or exceeding.
Historically, the word has been used to describe physical or metaphorical movements beyond a certain point or boundary.
Synonyms
surpassed
exceeded
outdone
outshone
outweighed
outstripped
overtaken
passed
gone beyond
transcended
eclipsed
overshadowed
outpaced
outrun
outdistanced
outperformed
excelled
predominated
preponderated
outgrown
outmaneuvered
outwitted
outplayed
outclassed
outmatched
outrivaled
outvalued
Definitions
- Oxford Languages defines "overpassed" as having gone beyond something, either physically or figuratively, in amount, degree, or extent.
- It can also imply surpassing or exceeding something, such as a limit, a boundary, or an expectation.
Usage Examples
- The company's profits have overpassed their projections for the quarter, resulting in a significant increase in stock value.
- The hikers overpassed the mountain summit, taking in the breathtaking view from the top.
- The new policy has overpassed the expectations of the community, providing more benefits than initially anticipated.
Antonyms
underpassed
fell short
failed
lacked
decreased
reduced
diminished
lessened
lowered
curtailed
cut back
scaled back
retreated
regressed
reversed
backed off
drew back