Overall

/ˌoʊ.vɚˈɔːl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A general assessment or summary.

The overall of the meeting was to brainstorm new ideas.

adjective

Including or considering everything; total.

The overall performance of the team was impressive this season.

General or comprehensive; not specific.

Overall, the project met the expectations of the stakeholders.

Taking everything into account; in sum.

Overall, we had a successful year despite some challenges.

From Middle English 'over alle', meaning 'beyond all'.

overall score

The total score that includes all components.

overall impression

The general feeling or opinion formed after considering all parts.

overall performance

The complete evaluation of someone's or something's functioning.

summary

A brief statement that presents the main points.

comprehensive

Including all or nearly all elements or aspects.

aggregate

A whole formed by combining several elements.

Comprehensively or broadly considered.

Overall, we're just trying to get by in this crazy world.

Used to signify the complete figure or result.

The overall vibe of the party was chill and fun.