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OVERARCHING

(verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Overarching.

Overarching - as a verb

Be central or dominant

Example: "This scene overarches the entire first act"

Form an arch over

Example: "Big rocks overarch the stream"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arch over

Overarching - as an adjective

That forms an overhead arch

(by extension) all-embracing or overwhelming

Example: "The work attains narrative continuity, variety in its stories, and unity through the overarching idea of metamorphosis."

Example Sentences

"The overarching goal of the project is to improve educational outcomes."
"The company's overarching mission is to create a sustainable future."
"The novel explores a number of themes, but the overarching theme is redemption."
"The overarching principle of the legal system is justice."
"The team's overarching strategy is to increase market share."
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Word Game Points

Is OVERARCHING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, overarching is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OVERARCHING has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is OVERARCHING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, overarching is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OVERARCHING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.

Is OVERARCHING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, overarching is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OVERARCHING has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

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