overcome

/ˌoʊvərˈkʌm/
verb
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Definition

1

To successfully deal with or defeat a problem, difficulty, or obstacle

After months of practice, she was finally able to overcome her fear of public speaking.

2

To become stronger or more powerful than something, so that you are no longer controlled or affected by it

He had to overcome his addiction to social media in order to focus on his studies.

Synonyms

conquerOften implies a more forceful or triumphant victory over a challenge surmountSuggests overcoming a difficult obstacle, often with great effort prevailUsually implies overcoming opposition or resistance, often in a more general sense

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