overtaken
Overtaken (adj) means Caught by surprise, or beaten and passed by something else. Example: “She felt overtaken by grief at the funeral.”
How to use overtaken
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHaving been passed or suddenly overcome by something.
Word forms
more overtaken comparative, most overtaken superlative
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What does “overtaken” mean?
The word “overtaken” means caught by surprise, or beaten and passed by something else. In plain terms, having been passed or suddenly overcome by something.
How do you pronounce “overtaken”?
“Overtaken” is pronounced OH-vuhr-tay-kuhn (/ˈəʊvəɹteɪkən/ in IPA).
How do you use “overtaken” in a sentence?
Here is “overtaken” used in a sentence: “She felt overtaken by grief at the funeral.”
What is another word for “overtaken”?
Words with a similar meaning to “overtaken” include drunk.
What part of speech is “overtaken”?
“Overtaken” is an adjective.
Is “overtaken” a common word?
“Overtaken” is an uncommon word in modern English.