Meaning of Overall
In simple words: In general; when looking at everything.
Overall in a sentence
- Overall, the project was successful despite some initial setbacks.
- The overall performance of the team improved over the season.
- Overall happiness in the community has increased significantly.
- When considering the overall results, we found some surprising trends.
- Overall, I believe that more research is needed on this topic.
How to use Overall
Use 'overall' to summarize or give a general opinion. It's not suitable for formal writing but works well in casual conversations and presentations.
Grammar pattern
standalone adverb
Memory hint
Think of 'overall' as looking at the big picture, like a blanket covering everything.
Related words
Collocations with Overall
- overall impression
- overall picture
- overall performance
- overall results
Synonyms for Overall
- generally
- ultimately
- in general
- as a whole
Opposites of Overall
Common mistakes with Overall
- Using 'overall' too frequently in formal writing.
- Confusing 'overall' with 'over all' (two words).
- Omitting commas when using 'overall' at the beginning of a sentence.
Overall appears in
Overall in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
بشكل عام
بشكل عام؛ عند النظر إلى كل شيء.
- Bengaliবাংলা
সামগ্রিকভাবে
সাধারণভাবে; সবকিছু দেখলে।
- GermanDeutsch
Insgesamt, Alles in allem
Im Großen und Ganzen; wenn man alles betrachtet.
- SpanishEspañol
En general
En general; al mirar todo.
- Persianفارسی
در کل
به طور کلی؛ وقتی که به همه چیز نگاه میکنیم.
- FrenchFrançais
Globalement, Dans l'ensemble
En général ; quand on regarde tout.
- Hindiहिन्दी
कुल मिलाकर
आम तौर पर; सब कुछ देखते हुए।
- ItalianItaliano
Nel complesso, In generale
In generale; guardando a tutto.
- PortuguesePortuguês
No geral, Em geral
Em geral; olhando para tudo.
- RussianРусский
В целом, общий
В общем; когда смотришь на все.
- Urduاردو
مجموعی طور پر، مجموعی طور پر
عام طور پر؛ جب سب کچھ دیکھا جائے۔
- Chinese中文
总体上
一般来说;看待所有事情时。
More words like Overall
- Generally
- Ultimately
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbruptB1
Happening suddenly and unexpectedly.
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
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Frequently asked questions about Overall
What does Overall mean?
In general; when looking at everything.
What is the definition of Overall?
including all the things or people that are involved in a particular situation; general
How do you use Overall in a sentence?
Overall, the project was successful despite some initial setbacks.
Can you give another example of Overall?
The overall performance of the team improved over the season.
What are synonyms for Overall?
Common alternatives include generally, ultimately, in general, as a whole.
What is the opposite of Overall?
Opposite meanings include particular, specific.
What words go with Overall?
It commonly pairs with overall impression, overall picture, overall performance, overall results.
What are common mistakes when using Overall?
Using 'overall' too frequently in formal writing. Confusing 'overall' with 'over all' (two words). Omitting commas when using 'overall' at the beginning of a sentence.
How do you pronounce Overall?
US: /["/ˌəʊvərˈɔːl/"]/, UK: /["/ˌəʊvərˈɔːl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Overall?
Use 'overall' to summarize or give a general opinion. It's not suitable for formal writing but works well in casual conversations and presentations.
What CEFR level is Overall?
"Overall" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.

