English Synonym Finder

overlap

Definitions

To extend over and cover a part of something else.

To coincide or share a common area of interest, function, or time.

A part or amount that covers or extends over another.

Examples

The two meetings overlap, so I will have to choose which one to attend.

There is a slight overlap in the responsibilities of the marketing and sales departments.

Synonyms

superimpose overlay cover coincide intersect lap imbricate

Antonyms

separate diverge detach disconnect divide part gap