OVERPASS Synonyms: 107 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

ˌō-vər-ˈpas

Definition of overpass

as in to ignore

to dismiss as of little importance to keep peace in the family, he was forced to overpass his in-laws' frequent put-downs

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as in to exceed

to go beyond the limit of a filmmaker whose technical bravura overpasses his ability to tell a coherent story

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as in to forget

to fail to give proper attention to army officers who had been unjustly overpassed for promotion

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Verb

Prior court decisions and guidance from the Department of Justice have set up hurdles to overcome before the court is forced to overpass a reporter’s privilege to protect sources. — Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 9 Apr. 2025

Noun

Vehicles drive on the 405 freeway (overpass) past a US flag displayed outside of the Marathon Petroleum Corp. — Sam Meredith, CNBC, 28 Sep. 2026 For now, the vision involves replacing the aging Indian Creek bridge, rebuilding intersections on either end, and constructing an overpass to carry cars over the Union Pacific tracks on the south bank of the stream. — Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 25 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for overpass

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There is so much going on in all of our lives but far too much beauty in this world to ignore.

— Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 15 Oct. 2026
Many structures are built with substandard materials and safety regulations are frequently ignored to reduce costs.

— Riaz Khan, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of ignore

Verb

Its quality factor, a measure of how efficiently an optical resonator stores light, exceeds 163 million.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026
In May 2026, atmospheric carbon dioxide exceeded 428 parts per million, roughly 50% above pre-industrial levels and generally higher than any time in the last 2 million years.

— Simmone Shah, Time, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of exceed

Noun

Interstate 280 Lane Reductions Along with the 101 closures, the agency is performing road work on northbound Interstate 280 between Mariposa Street and the 280/101 interchange during overnight hours.

— Tim Fang, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026
The vehicle went into an embankment about a mile north of the East Kuna Mora Road interchange and overturned, according to police.

— Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 15 Oct. 2026

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Rooms New Paltz Way’s rooms are a balance of airy minimalism and natural textures, most with access to balconies that overlook the lush, leafy Rail Trail in the town of New Paltz.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026
Do not overlook the impact of any financial windfalls, either.

— Becca Stanek, TheWeek, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of overlook

Verb

In April, the Dells became the first donors to surpass $1 billion in lifetime giving to the University of Texas at Austin.

— Sydney Lake, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2026
Released late last year, the short by writer-director Martin Hemingway-Moseley has surpassed 600k views on YouTube, maintained a 99% approval rating and has a strong following across social platforms.

— Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of surpass

Noun

The group chose roads that would keep them moving, avoiding excessive stop-start riding at traffic lights and intersections wherever possible.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 14 Oct. 2026
The break created a wall of water and rocks that shot across the intersection of Kenya Street and Vanalden Avenue, according to CBS News.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026

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