overshadow

over·shad·ow

verb \-ˈsha-(ˌ)dō\

Definition of OVERSHADOW

transitive verb

1

: to cast a shadow over

2

: to exceed in importance : outweigh

Examples of OVERSHADOW

1. The pitcher's outstanding performance should not overshadow the achievements of the rest of the team.
2. <large trees overshadow the yard and darken the house for much of the day>

First Known Use of OVERSHADOW

before 12th century

Related to OVERSHADOW

Synonyms: becloud, bedim, befog, blacken, blear, blur, darken, dim, dislimn, fog, fuzz (up), haze, mist, obscure, overcast, overcloud, cloud, shadow, shroud

Antonyms: brighten, illuminate, illumine, light (up), lighten

Related Words: adumbrate, blot out, conceal, eclipse, hide, obliterate, screen, shade; camouflage, cloak, cover, curtain, disguise, mask, veil

Near Antonyms: expose, reveal, uncover, unveil

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