Overshadow: meaning, definitions and examples
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overshadow
[ ˌoʊvərˈʃædoʊ ]
influence
To cast a shadow over; darken or obscure. To make someone or something seem less important or impressive.
Synonyms
dominate, dwarf, eclipse, outshine
Examples of usage
- The scandal overshadowed his achievements in the field of science.
- Her presence in the room overshadowed everyone else.
feeling
To cause sadness or worry to someone or something by being very close or connected with them.
Synonyms
cast a cloud over, haunt, preoccupy, weigh on
Examples of usage
- The memories of the past overshadowed her present happiness.
- The fear of failure overshadowed his excitement about the project.
Translations
Translations of the word "overshadow" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ofuscar
🇮🇳 छाया डालना
🇩🇪 überschatten
🇮🇩 membayangi
🇺🇦 затіняти
🇵🇱 przyćmić
🇯🇵 影を落とす
🇫🇷 éclipser
🇪🇸 eclipsar
🇹🇷 gölgelemek
🇰🇷 그늘지게 하다
🇸🇦 يلقي بظلاله
🇨🇿 zastínit
🇸🇰 zatieniť
🇨🇳 遮蔽
🇸🇮 zasenčiti
🇮🇸 skyggja á
🇰🇿 көлеңкелету
🇬🇪 ჩრდილს ჩრდილი
🇦🇿 gölgeləndirmək
🇲🇽 eclipsar
Word origin
The word 'overshadow' originated from the combination of 'over-' (indicating excess or superiority) and 'shadow' (a dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface). The concept of something being overshadowed has been present throughout history, with references in literature, art, and everyday language.
See also: foreshadow, foreshadowing, shadowed, shadowily, shadowing, shadowy.