Synonyms for

Over

Verb / ˈəʊvɜ: / Another word for over — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

over (preposition): higher or more than something else; covering or extending over

Synonyms & similar words

terminated oer concluded ended complete allover above beyond past across finished completed ended through exceeding surpassing transcending extending covering

Synonyms by register

Formal

above upon exceeding surpassing

Informal

on done finished through

Literary

beyond aloft

Antonyms

under below beneath less short deficient

Common collocations

  • over and out
  • over the moon
  • over the top
  • over and above
  • over the hill
  • over the edge
  • over time

Word family

noun over
adjective over
adverb over

Usage note

The word 'over' has many meanings and can function as a preposition, adverb, or adjective. Its usage can vary significantly depending on context, from indicating position to completion or excess.

Example sentences

  1. The cat jumped over the fence.
  2. The sun is over the horizon.
  3. We are over our budget.
  4. The party is over.
  5. The teacher went over the lesson again.

Quotes

  • When life gives you lemons, squirt someone in the eye. - Cathy Guisewite
  • I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work. - Thomas Edison
  • There is only one way to avoid criticism: do nothing, say nothing, and be nothing. - Aristotle

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