Synonyms of overshadow

Verb


1. overshadow, dominate, eclipse, brood, hover, loom, bulk large

usage: be greater in significance than; "the tragedy overshadowed the couple's happiness"

2. shadow, overshadow, dwarf, dominate, command, overlook, overtop

usage: make appear small by comparison; "This year's debt dwarfs that of last year"

3. overshadow, obscure, befog, becloud, obnubilate, haze over, fog, cloud, mist

usage: cast a shadow upon; "The tall tree overshadowed the house"

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Definition and meaning of overshadow (Dictionary)