CEFR C1

superimpose

verb

Meaning

Place one object, image, or concept over another so that both are visible or present simultaneously.

Examples

The editor chose to superimpose the subtitles directly over the film footage.
You can superimpose the new architectural plans onto the existing site map to see the changes.

Synonyms: overlay, layer, superimpose, superpose

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superimpose (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˌsuːpərɪmˈpoʊz/

Definition

Place one object, image, or concept over another so that both are visible or present simultaneously.

Examples

The editor chose to superimpose the subtitles directly over the film footage.
You can superimpose the new architectural plans onto the existing site map to see the changes.
The artist likes to superimpose geometric patterns onto portraits to create a modern aesthetic.

How to Use superimpose

superimpose a on b (collocation): The standard structure for placing one thing on top of another. — "He decided to superimpose a grid on the photograph to help him draw it accurately."
be superimposed on (prepositional phrase): The passive form used to describe the state of an image or concept. — "The text was superimposed on a blurry background, making it hard to read."

Synonyms of superimpose

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