eclipsed
/ɪˈklɪpst/
VERB
1. Astronomically obscured
Caused one celestial body to become partially or completely obscured when another celestial body moves between it and an observer or casts its shadow upon it.
1.1. Celestial bodies and astronomical events
Used in astronomy when one celestial object blocks the light of another, temporarily making it partially or completely invisible from a particular viewpoint.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- illuminated
- exposed
- revealed
Examples
- The beauty of the sunset was temporarily eclipsed by passing clouds.
- The Moon eclipsed the Sun during the astronomical event.
Related Words
- solar eclipse
- lunar eclipse
- occultation
- celestial body
- umbra
- penumbra
- shadow
- astronomical alignment
VERB
2. Surpassed in achievement or prominence
Outperformed or exceeded someone or something in achievement, ability, success, importance, popularity, or public recognition, making the other comparatively less impressive or noticeable.
2.1. Achievement and competitive performance
Used when a person, team, organization, or accomplishment performs better than another, exceeding previous records, standards, or levels of success.
Synonyms
- surpassed
- outperformed
- outdid
- outclassed
- outmatched
- exceeded
- outstripped
- outshone
- bested
- excelled
Antonyms
- underperformed
- lagged
- fell behind
- lost
Examples
- The achievements of the new generation eclipsed those of the previous one.
- The success of the team eclipsed all expectations, securing their place in history.
- Her accomplishments were eclipsed by those of her more successful competitors.
Related Words
- achievement
- competition
- excellence
- superiority
- accomplishment
- victory
- record
- distinction
2.2. Popularity and public recognition
Used when someone's fame, popularity, reputation, or influence becomes greater than another person's, reducing the latter's public attention or prominence.
Synonyms
- overshadowed
- outshone
- surpassed
- outshined
- outdistanced
- outclassed
Antonyms
- equaled
- matched
- rivaled
Examples
- The rising star's popularity quickly eclipsed that of established celebrities in the industry.
- The new artist eclipsed many established performers in public recognition.
- Her remarkable achievements eclipsed the reputation of her predecessors.
Related Words
- popularity
- celebrity
- reputation
- prestige
- recognition
- influence
- visibility
- public attention
2.3. Obscuring significance or visibility
Used when something overshadows, conceals, or diminishes the visibility, importance, or impact of another thing, making it less noticeable or significant.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- highlighted
- revealed
- exposed
- emphasized
- illuminated
- showcased
Examples
- The scandal eclipsed the politician's previous accomplishments.
- The controversy threatened to eclipse the positive results of the investigation.
- The new discovery eclipsed the importance of earlier scientific breakthroughs.
Related Words
- concealment
- obstruction
- visibility
- significance
- prominence
- perception
- distraction
- suppression