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Meaning of overtaken
The primary meaning of "overtaken" is to be surpassed or overtaken by something or someone.
Etymology of overtaken
The word "overtaken" originates from the Old English words "ofer" meaning "over" and "tacan" meaning "to take", with the past participle "taken" added to form the verb "overtaken"
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe being surpassed or overcome by something or someone
Synonyms
surpassed
exceeded
outdone
outpaced
overtaken
outstripped
outrun
outmaneuvered
outwitted
overcome
defeated
conquered
vanquished
subdued
overwhelmed
overpowered
overcame
surpassed
excelled
outshone
outclassed
overshadowed
eclipsed
dominated
triumphed
prevailed
succeeded
Definitions
- To be surpassed or overtaken by something or someone
- * To be overcome or dominated by a feeling or emotion
- * To catch up with someone or something and pass them
Usage Examples
- The company was overtaken by a rival firm and lost its market share
- * She was overtaken by emotion and began to cry
- * The runner was overtaken by a faster competitor in the last lap of the race
Antonyms
maintained
preserved
retained
kept
upheld
sustained
supported
defended
protected
secured
ensured
guaranteed
maintained
preserved
kept
survived
remained
stayed
continued
persisted
endured