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Overarching

/ˌəʊvəɹˈɑːtʃɪŋ/

To form an arch over something.

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📖 Definitions of "Overarching"

verb

1
To form an arch over something.

adjective

1
That forms an overhead arch
2
(by extension) all-embracing or overwhelming
"The work attains narrative continuity, variety in its stories, and unity through the overarching idea of metamorphosis."

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Overarching"

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Word	Definition
arch oververb	form an arch over
bridgingnoun	That acts as a bridge (in many contexts)
keynoun	(countable) An object designed to open and close a lock.
omnibusnoun	An anthology of previously released material linked together by theme or author, especially in book form.
blanketnoun	A heavy, loosely woven fabric, usually large and woollen, used for warmth while sleeping or resting.
horizontalnoun	Perpendicular to the vertical; parallel to the plane of the horizon; level, flat.
cross-sectional	Of, pertaining to, or being a cross section.
pivotal	Being of crucial importance; central, key.
transversenoun	Situated or lying across; side to side, relative to some defined "forward" direction; perpendicular or slanted relative to the "forward" direction; identified with movement across areas.
transversalnoun	Running or lying across; transverse.
topnoun	The highest or uppermost part of something.
massnoun	(physical) Matter, material.
universalnoun	Common to all members of a group or class.
aggregatenoun	A mass, assemblage, or sum of particulars; something consisting of elements but considered as a whole.
centralnoun	Being very important, or key to something.
ensemblenoun	(collective) A group of musicians, dancers, actors, etc who perform together; e.g. the chorus of a ballet company.
uppernoun	At a higher level, rank or position.
all-inclusivenoun	Providing all amenities, benefits or perquisites in a single package.
foremostnoun	Of the highest rank or position; of the greatest importance; of the highest priority.
prominentnoun	Likely to attract attention from its size or position; conspicuous.