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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

overshadow

/ˌoʊvərˈʃædoʊ/ verb · British & US
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What does overshadow mean?

verb

to make something seem less important or noticeable by being more impressive or dominant, or to cast a shadow over something.

Example

"The grand monument overshadowed the smaller buildings in the town square."

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