Synonyms for

Eclipsed

Verb / ɪˈklɪpst / / ʌˈklɪpst / / i:ˈklɪpst / Another word for eclipsed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The word 'eclipsed' means to obscure or overshadow something or someone, especially in terms of importance or fame.

Synonyms & similar words

overshadow occult eclipse dominate overshadowed obscured concealed veiled shrouded hid covered masked dimmed suppressed buried overwhelmed subdued quashed outshined outdone outmatched overpowered overtook

Example sentences

  1. 1. The moon eclipsed the sun during the solar eclipse.
  2. 2. The tall building eclipsed the smaller ones around it.
  3. 3. The famous singer's new album eclipsed all her previous records.
  4. 4. The storm clouds eclipsed the bright blue sky.
  5. 5. The achievements of the team were eclipsed by their rival's success.

Quotes

  • 1. 'A star must have had a supernova or something. That's the only way life could have evolved on a planet in its shadow.' - Kim Stanley Robinson
  • 2. 'Every next level of your life will demand a different version of you.' - Leonardo DiCaprio
  • 3. 'The sun is a daily reminder that we too can rise again from the darkness, that we too can shine our own light.' - S. Ajna

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