sur
mount
Third Person
surmounts
Present Participle
surmounting
Past Tense
surmounted
Past Participle
surmounted
1
to successfully overcome challenges or difficulties
transitive
- She worked hard to surmount the obstacles in her academic journey and graduated with honors.
- Teams collaborate to surmount project challenges and achieve successful outcomes.
- Businesses strategize to surmount market competition and achieve sustained growth.
- Despite setbacks, the team surmounted the project's complexities and delivered outstanding results.
- Communities have successfully surmounted environmental challenges by implementing sustainable practices.
2
to be positioned above or on top of something
transitive
- The statue surmounts the pedestal, towering over the courtyard below.
- The flagpole once surmounted the roof of the old building, but it was removed during renovations.
- Tomorrow, the banner will surmount the entrance, welcoming guests to the grand opening ceremony.
- The snow-capped peaks are surmounting the horizon, creating a majestic backdrop.
- The cathedral's spire surmounts the city skyline, reaching towards the heavens with majestic beauty.
3
to exceed or be better than something in terms of quality, achievement, or ability
transitive
- Her performance surmounted all expectations, earning her a standing ovation.
- Their achievements surmounted those of previous generations, setting new records.
- Over time, his ability to solve complex problems surmounted that of his peers.
- His innovative ideas surmounted traditional methods, changing the industry forever.
- Their company surmounted its competitors by offering higher-quality products.
4
to reach the top of something by climbing it
transitive
- They managed to surmount the steep mountain after days of climbing.
- He surmounted the hill with ease, enjoying the view from the top.
- After hours of hiking, they finally surmounted the peak of the mountain.
- The climbers struggled but eventually surmounted the rock face.
- After a long ascent, he stood at the top, proud to have surmounted the mountain.
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