Overall: meaning, definitions and examples

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overall

[ ˈoʊvərˌɔːl ]

^{Context #1}

evaluation

Taking all factors into account; considering everything.

Synonyms

complete, general, total

Examples of usage

The overall performance of the team was outstanding.
The overall cost of the project exceeded the budget.

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clothing

A loose-fitting outer garment, such as a coat.

Synonyms

coverall, jumpsuit

Examples of usage

She wore an elegant black overall.
The mechanic put on his overalls before starting work on the car.

Translations

Translations of the word "overall" in other languages:

🇵🇹 geral

🇮🇳 कुल मिलाकर

🇩🇪 insgesamt

🇮🇩 keseluruhan

🇺🇦 загалом

🇵🇱 ogólnie

🇯🇵 全体的な

🇫🇷 global

🇪🇸 en general

🇹🇷 genel

🇰🇷 전체적인

🇸🇦 عام

🇨🇿 celkově

🇸🇰 celkovo

🇨🇳 总体

🇸🇮 skupaj

🇮🇸 heildar

🇰🇿 жалпы

🇬🇪 საერთო

🇦🇿 ümumi

🇲🇽 en general

Word origin

The word 'overall' originated from the Middle English word 'over al' which meant 'over all'. It has been used since the 14th century to refer to considering everything or encompassing all aspects. The noun form referring to a garment worn over other clothing dates back to the late 18th century.