surmounting
[/sərˈmaʊntɪŋ/]
verb (gerund/present participle)
superando
1. Overcoming or conquering a difficulty, obstacle, or problem
Surmounting the challenges of starting a new business requires determination.
Superar os desafios de iniciar um novo negócio requer determinação.
2. Climbing over or getting to the top of something physical
Surmounting the mountain took three days of hiking.
Escalar a montanha levou três dias de caminhada.
3. Being positioned on top of something
A cross surmounting the cathedral roof was visible from miles away.
Uma cruz coroando o telhado da catedral era visível de quilômetros de distância.
Related Idioms & Phrases
surmounting all odds - contra todas as probabilidades
surmounting obstacles - vencendo obstáculos
surmounting difficulties - superando dificuldades
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