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overshadow

/ˌəʊvəˈʃædəʊ/

/ˌoʊvərˈʃædoʊ/

Translations

overshadowverb

overshadowed

Past Simple

overshadowed

Past Participle

overshadowing

Gerund

/ˌəʊvəˈʃædəʊ/

/ˌoʊvərˈʃædoʊ/

The new skyscraper will overshadow the old buildings.

Новый небоскрёб будет затмевать старые здания.

Additional translations

Synonyms

overshadowverb

To cast a shadow over something, making it less visible or noticeable.

The tall building overshadowed the small park, leaving it in shade for most of the day.

To appear more prominent or important than something else, thereby diminishing its significance.

Her outstanding performance overshadowed the achievements of her teammates.