Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A term used to describe something as a whole, taking all components or factors into account.
Overall
/ˌəʊvərˈɔːl/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Overall, I like this new book.Overall performance was better than expected.
Etymology:
From Middle English, deriving from the phrase over all, indicating an inclusive or comprehensive perspective, traceable to late 16th century English usage.
Usage Statistics:
44 mentions per 1 million words 
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