The antonyms for the phrase "was overtaken" include "passed," "surpassed," "won," "outpaced," "outran," "surmounted," and "exceeded." These words refer to the opposite of being overtaken or caught up with, but rather surpassing or outdoing someone or something. For example, in a race, one runner may pass or exceed the other, while in a competition, one team may outpace or outscore the other. These antonyms suggest a sense of achievement, victory, or superiority over someone or something, rather than falling behind or losing ground. Thus, the choice of words used in communication can significantly impact the meaning and intent of a message.

What are the antonyms for Was overtaken?

• v.

  • relapse
  • develop
  ,
  • fight
  ,
  • get better
  ,
  • grow
  ,
  • heal
  ,
  • help
  ,
  • improve
  ,
  • increase
  ,
  • progress
  ,
  • reach
  ,
  • rise
  ,
  • strengthen
  ,
  • win
  .

Famous quotes with Was overtaken

• Modern historians have suggested that in his last years he (Richard II) was overtaken by mental disease, but that is only a modern view of the malfunction common to 14th century rulers: inability to inhibit impulse.

  Barbara Tuchman

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pizazz

Synonyms:

brightness, brilliance, brio, briskness, cachet, cheerfulness, chic, colour, dynamism, eagerness.