superimposed

[soo-per-im-pohzd] / ˌsu pər ɪmˈpoʊzd /

VERB

lay over something else

Synonyms

STRONG

cover overlap

Example Sentences

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These structures have a built-in twist, either left- or right-handed, that cannot be superimposed on its mirror image.

From Science Daily • Apr. 19, 2026

A flash of superimposed text identifies them as “*Very certified*, extremely serious ballet experts.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

East Londonderry MLA Hunter was targeted in a deepfake video four years ago, when her face was digitally superimposed on to the face of another person.

From BBC • Jan. 12, 2026

Jurors found him not guilty on the comparison to the 20th Century dictators and the Wests, but ruled the superimposed image was grossly offensive.

From BBC • Nov. 8, 2025

A musical saw would provide excellent background accompaniment, and the hero's eyeball may be superimposed upon the debate scene in a most symbolic manner.

From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole