Surmontée (en. Overcome)

[syʁmɔ̃te]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Who has been duly surpassed or conquered.
She finally feels overcome by her fears.
Elle se sent enfin surmontée par ses peurs.
Surpassed, defeated.
These trials have ultimately overwhelmed her.
Ces épreuves l'ont finalement surmontée.

Etymology

From the verb 'overcome', derived from the prefix 'over-' and 'come up'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

overcome one's fears
To succeed in surpassing one's anxieties.
surmonter ses peurs
overcome obstacles
To face and succeed in overcoming challenges.
surmonter des obstacles

Related Words

to overcome
Action of excelling or surpassing a challenge.
surmonter
to come up
Moving to a higher level.
monter

Slang Meanings

Successfully overcoming a difficult situation.
After that storm, she really overcame.
Après cette tempête, elle a vraiment surmonté.
Achieving a better level after efforts.
He exceeded all expectations with this project.
Il a surmonté toutes les attentes avec ce projet.