Synonyms for

Overtakes

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

Definition

To catch up with and pass someone or something that is ahead of you.

Synonyms & similar words

pass catchupwith sweepover overwhelm overcome whelm overhaul overpower overtake catch surpasses outpaces outstrips outdoes beats exceeds passes surmounts outruns trumps tops outmatches eclipses transcends outperforms overcomes

Example sentences

  1. The tortoise overtakes the hare in the race.
  2. The car overtakes the truck on the highway.
  3. The athlete overtakes the competitor in the final stretch.
  4. The airplane overtakes the bird in the sky.
  5. The swimmer overtakes the other swimmers in the pool.

Quotes

  • The future always overtakes the past.
  • Time always overtakes us in the end.
  • Success overtakes those who work hard.

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