eclipse
/iˈklɪps/
Group 12Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To obscure or block out; to surpass in importance or achievement GRE
Example in Context
The young pianist's virtuosity quickly eclipsed that of her more experienced rivals on the international competition circuit.
Synonyms
outshinesurpassovershadow
Etymology
To obscure or overshadow something, leaving it out of view.
- eclipsis (Greek) — to leave out
Memory Aid
🌒Sounds like “e-clipse”
When a giant e-CLIP takes over the sun, everything gets dark and spooky!
Visual Association
🌗The moon covering the sun completely, causing a dramatic drop in light and temperature.
Semantic Clusters
Synonym Groups
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “eclipse” mean on the GRE?
eclipse (verb) means “To obscure or block out; to surpass in importance or achievement”. The young pianist's virtuosity quickly eclipsed that of her more experienced rivals on the international competition circuit.
How to remember “eclipse” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “eclipse” sounds like “e-clipse”. When a giant e-CLIP takes over the sun, everything gets dark and spooky!
What are synonyms for “eclipse”?
Common synonyms: outshine, surpass, overshadow.