Surmounted

/sərˈmaʊntɪd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To overcome (a difficulty or obstacle).

She surmounted numerous challenges to complete her project on time.

To be placed on top of something.

The statue was surmounted on a tall pedestal in the center of the park.

From Middle English surmounten, from Old French surmonter, from sur- 'over' + monter 'to mount'.

surmount a challenge

to overcome a difficulty or obstacle.

surmount the odds

to succeed despite unfavorable conditions.

surmount a barrier

to overcome an obstacle.

overcome

to succeed in dealing with a problem or difficulty.

ascend

to go up or climb.

prevail

to prove more powerful than opposing forces.

To nail it.

She really surmounted that presentation; it was perfect!

To crush it.

After all those struggles, he finally surmounted his fears and crushed the interview.