How Do You Spell OVERTOP?

Pronunciation: [ˌə͡ʊvətˈɒp] (IPA)

The word "overtop" is spelled with the letter combinations "o-v-e-r-t-o-p", and is pronounced /ˌoʊvərˈtɑp/ in IPA transcription. This verb means to surpass or exceed in height or quality. It is common to be used in descriptions of mountains, buildings, and trees. The prefix "over-" implies that the object exceeds a certain limit or threshold. The word "top" refers to the highest point of an object. Overall, "overtop" means to exceed the highest point or exceed a certain limit of quality or performance.

OVERTOP Meaning and Definition

1. The verb "overtop" refers to the act of surpassing or rising above something or someone in terms of height, magnitude, importance, or superiority. It implies a sense of dominance or prominence over others or over a particular object or situation.

   In a literal sense, "overtop" is often used to describe a physical act of surpassing in height, where one object or structure rises above another, creating a visual effect of being superior or having a higher position. For instance, a tall skyscraper may overtop neighboring buildings. Similarly, a mountain may overtop the surrounding landscape, towering over other hills or valleys.

   In a figurative sense, "overtop" refers to exceeding someone or something in terms of importance, rank, or superiority. For example, a talented athlete may overtop their competitors, showcasing their exceptional skills and abilities in a way that sets them apart and makes them superior. Likewise, a powerful leader may overtop his or her subordinates, exerting their influence and authority in a way that establishes dominance and superiority.

   Overall, "overtop" is a multifaceted term that can be applied to various contexts, describing the act of surpassing or rising above others or a particular object in terms of height, significance, or superiority.

2. To rise above; to raise the head above; to excel; figuratively, to obscure by rising above.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for OVERTOP

• ivertop
• kvertop
• lvertop
• pvertop
• 0vertop
• 9vertop
• ocertop
• obertop
• ogertop
• ofertop
• ovwrtop
• ovsrtop
• ovdrtop
• ovrrtop
• ov4rtop
• ov3rtop
• oveetop
• ovedtop
• oveftop
• overtol
• overtopp
• overjup
• overlop
• overmor
• operto
• overtrom
• Ofertor
• Ovtertoil
• Overioj

Etymology of OVERTOP

The word "overtop" is derived from the combination of two words: "over" and "top".

The word "over" ultimately comes from the Old English word "ufor", which means "above, over". This word has its origins in the Proto-Germanic language.

On the other hand, "top" has a Middle English origin, derived from the Old English word "topp", which means "summit" or "crest".

When these two words are combined, the result is "overtop", which implies being situated or positioned above or higher than something or someone.

Similar spelling words for OVERTOP

• overdress,
• overtire,
• overt,
• overtime,
• overtrump,
• ovrette,
• overturn,
• overture,
• overdrive,
• overdose,
• overtax,
• overtone,
• overdraw,
• overdone,
• Overturf,
• overthrown,
• overthrow,
• overeat,
• Overtly,
• overtake,
• overdo,
• Overton,
• overheat,
• overdraft.

Conjugate verb Overtop

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have overtopped

you would have overtopped

he/she/it would have overtopped

we would have overtopped

they would have overtopped

I would have overtop

you would have overtop

he/she/it would have overtop

we would have overtop

they would have overtop

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been overtopping

you would have been overtopping

he/she/it would have been overtopping

we would have been overtopping

they would have been overtopping

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would overtop

you would overtop

he/she/it would overtop

we would overtop

they would overtop

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be overtopping

you would be overtopping

he/she/it would be overtopping

we would be overtopping

they would be overtopping

FUTURE

I will overtop

you will overtop

he/she/it will overtop

we will overtop

they will overtop

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be overtopping

you will be overtopping

he/she/it will be overtopping

we will be overtopping

they will be overtopping

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have overtopped

you will have overtopped

he/she/it will have overtopped

we will have overtopped

they will have overtopped

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been overtopping

you will have been overtopping

he/she/it will have been overtopping

we will have been overtopping

they will have been overtopping

IMPERATIVE

you overtop

we let´s overtop

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to overtop

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was overtopping

you were overtopping

he/she/it was overtopping

we were overtopping

they were overtopping

PAST PARTICIPLE

overtopped

PAST PERFECT

I had overtopped

you had overtopped

he/she/it had overtopped

we had overtopped

they had overtopped

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been overtopping

you had been overtopping

he/she/it had been overtopping

we had been overtopping

they had been overtopping

PRESENT

I overtop

you overtop

he/she/it overtops

we overtop

they overtop

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am overtopping

you are overtopping

he/she/it is overtopping

we are overtopping

they are overtopping

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

overtopping

PRESENT PERFECT

I have overtopped

you have overtopped

he/she/it has overtopped

we have overtopped

they have overtopped

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been overtopping

you have been overtopping

he/she/it has been overtopping

we have been overtopping

they have been overtopping

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it overtop

SIMPLE PAST

I overtopped

you overtopped

he/she/it overtopped

we overtopped

they overtopped