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overcomes

The correct spelling is overcomes.

How to pronounce overcomes

verb

Say it like: Ove-rco-mes

The correct spelling is overcomes. To surmount (a physical or abstract obstacle); to prevail over, to get the better of. For example: "to overcome enemies in battle"

Usage Examples

to overcome enemies in battle

We shall overcome.

I was overcome with anger.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To surmount (a physical or abstract obstacle); to prevail over, to get the better of.
  2. 2.To win or prevail in some sort of battle, contest, etc.
  3. 3.To come or pass over; to spread over.
  4. 4.To overflow; to surcharge.

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