Surmounted: meaning, definitions and examples
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surmounted
[ sərˈmaʊntɪd ]
overcome challenges
Surmounted means to overcome or rise above obstacles or difficulties. It implies a sense of triumph over something that could impede progress or success.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She surmounted numerous challenges to achieve her goals.
- The mountain climbers surmounted the treacherous terrain.
- He surmounted his fears and spoke in public.
- Despite the many hurdles, they surmounted all expectations.
Translations
Translations of the word "surmounted" in other languages:
🇵🇹 superado
🇮🇳 जीता हुआ
🇩🇪 überwunden
🇮🇩 dijadikan
🇺🇦 подоланий
🇵🇱 przezwyciężony
🇯🇵 克服した
🇫🇷 surmonté
🇪🇸 superado
🇹🇷 aşılmış
🇰🇷 극복한
🇸🇦 تغلب عليه
🇨🇿 překonán
🇸🇰 prekonaný
🇨🇳 克服
🇸🇮 premagan
🇮🇸 yfirstað
🇰🇿 жеңілдікпен өткен
🇬🇪 გაუმკლავებული
🇦🇿 üstün gəlmiş
🇲🇽 superado
Word origin
The word 'surmount' comes from the Old French word 'surmonter', which is a combination of 'sur' meaning 'over' and 'monter' meaning 'to climb'. This formation reflects the original meaning of climbing over something, particularly in a physical sense. The term started to be used in the English language around the late 14th century, gaining a more metaphorical sense over time. In modern usage, 'surmount' often refers to overcoming challenges or difficulties in various contexts, from personal struggles to broader societal issues. It embodies the spirit of resilience and determination.