Spell Bee Word: overtake

Basic Details

Word: Overtake

Part of Speech: Verb

Meaning: To catch up with and pass someone or something that is moving ahead of you.

Synonyms: Pass, surpass, outstrip

Antonyms: Fall behind, lag, lose

Idioms and Phrases

1. Overtake the competition: To outperform or surpass rivals in a particular field. Example: "With their new strategy, they were able to overtake the competition and become market leaders."
2. Overtake at full speed: To move quickly while surpassing someone or something. Example: "He decided to overtake at full speed to reach the finish line first."

Usage Examples

Example 1: During the race, Sarah managed to overtake three runners in the final lap.

Example 2: Be careful when you overtake a car on a narrow road.

Example 3: As the bus approached the hill, it began to overtake the slower vehicles in front of it.

Fun Fact

The word "overtake" comes from the Old English word "oferfōn," which means "to take over." It has been used in the context of moving ahead or surpassing something since the 14th century!

Famous Quote

"Success is how high you bounce when you hit bottom." General George S. Patton

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "overtake" mean?

a) To fall behind
b) To catch up with and pass someone or something
c) To stop moving
d) To slow down

Answer: b) To catch up with and pass someone or something

2. Which of these is a synonym of "overtake"?

a) Pass
b) Stay
c) Avoid
d) Surrender

Answer: a) Pass

3. Which word is an antonym of "overtake"?

a) Gain
b) Lead
c) Fall behind
d) Excel

Answer: c) Fall behind

4. Which sentence uses "overtake" correctly?

a) He tried to overtake the ball during the game.
b) It is difficult to overtake when the traffic is heavy.
c) She prefers to overtake her homework.
d) The cat will overtake its nap soon.

Answer: b) It is difficult to overtake when the traffic is heavy.

5. What does "overtake the competition" mean?

a) To help other businesses
b) To pass one's rivals in performance
c) To ignore challengers
d) To stop working

Answer: b) To pass one's rivals in performance