How Do You Spell OVERCOME?

Pronunciation: [ˌə͡ʊvəkˈʌm] (IPA)

The word "overcome" is spelled with the IPA phonetic transcription /ˌoʊvərˈkʌm/. The first syllable is pronounced with the "oh" sound, followed by the "v" sound in the second syllable. The "er" sound in the third syllable is followed by a short "uh" sound, and the last syllable is pronounced with the "kum" sound. The phonetic transcription illustrates the pronunciation of each syllable of the word "overcome". This word means to successfully overcome a challenge or obstacle.

OVERCOME Meaning and Definition

  1. Overcome is a verb that describes the act of successfully defeating or surmounting a difficulty, obstacle, or challenge. It refers to the process of facing and prevailing against adversity, overpowering any barriers, and achieving victory or resolution. When someone overcomes something, they conquer it, triumph over it, or master it.

    The act of overcoming often requires determination, perseverance, and resilience. It involves acknowledging the obstacles and actively working towards surpassing them. This could involve developing strategies, seeking support, acquiring knowledge or skills, or utilizing personal strengths and resources.

    Overcoming can occur in various aspects of life, such as emotional or psychological struggles, physical limitations, fears, addictions, or opposition faced in pursuit of goals. It can also refer to the act of triumphing over societal, cultural, or systemic challenges.

    To overcome is not merely about reaching an outcome, but also about personal growth and transformation. It entails surpassing one's previous limitations, expanding one's abilities, and gaining the confidence to handle future difficulties.

    The concept of overcoming signifies strength, resilience, and the ability to adapt and persevere. It indicates a willingness to confront challenges head-on and the determination to prevail. Ultimately, to overcome is an empowering act that leads to personal growth, self-improvement, and the unleashing of untapped potential.

  2. To vanquish; to subdue; to master; to get the better of; to be victorious.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of OVERCOME

The word "overcome" has its origins in Middle English. It is a combination of two Old English terms: "ofer" meaning "over" or "beyond", and "cuman" meaning "come". The combination of these two words formed the Middle English term "overcumen", which eventually evolved into the modern word "overcome". The original meaning of "overcome" was "to arrive or come upon", but it gradually developed to signify the act of overpowering, defeating, or prevailing against someone or something.

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Conjugate verb Overcome

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have overcome
you would have overcome
he/she/it would have overcome
we would have overcome
they would have overcome

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been overcoming
you would have been overcoming
he/she/it would have been overcoming
we would have been overcoming
they would have been overcoming

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would overcome
you would overcome
he/she/it would overcome
we would overcome
they would overcome

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be overcoming
you would be overcoming
he/she/it would be overcoming
we would be overcoming
they would be overcoming

FUTURE

I will overcome
you will overcome
he/she/it will overcome
we will overcome
they will overcome

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be overcoming
you will be overcoming
he/she/it will be overcoming
we will be overcoming
they will be overcoming

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have overcome
you will have overcome
he/she/it will have overcome
we will have overcome
they will have overcome

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been overcoming
you will have been overcoming
he/she/it will have been overcoming
we will have been overcoming
they will have been overcoming

IMPERATIVE

you overcome
we let´s overcome

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to overcome

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was overcoming
you were overcoming
he/she/it was overcoming
we were overcoming
they were overcoming

PAST PARTICIPLE

overcome

PAST PERFECT

I had overcome
you had overcome
he/she/it had overcome
we had overcome
they had overcome

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been overcoming
you had been overcoming
he/she/it had been overcoming
we had been overcoming
they had been overcoming

PRESENT

I overcome
you overcome
he/she/it overcomes
we overcome
they overcome

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am overcoming
you are overcoming
he/she/it is overcoming
we are overcoming
they are overcoming

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

overcoming

PRESENT PERFECT

I have overcome
you have overcome
he/she/it has overcome
we have overcome
they have overcome

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been overcoming
you have been overcoming
he/she/it has been overcoming
we have been overcoming
they have been overcoming

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it overcome

SIMPLE PAST

I overcame
you overcame
he/she/it overcame
we overcame
they overcame

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