Pronunciation: /ˈoʊvərkæst/

Definitions of overcast

noun a covering of clouds; a cloudy or overcast sky

Example Sentences

A1 The weather forecast predicts overcast skies tomorrow.

A2 I prefer to stay indoors on overcast days.

B1 The overcast conditions made it difficult to see the mountains in the distance.

B2 Despite the overcast sky, we decided to go for a hike.

C1 The overcast weather did not deter us from enjoying our picnic in the park.

C2 The overcast conditions created a moody atmosphere for the outdoor concert.

adjective having a layer of clouds covering the sky; cloudy

Example Sentences

A1 The weather is overcast today.

A2 I don't like going outside when it's overcast.

B1 The overcast sky made the day feel gloomy.

B2 Despite the overcast conditions, we decided to go for a hike.

C1 The overcast sky hinted at the possibility of rain later in the day.

C2 The overcast weather didn't dampen our spirits as we enjoyed a picnic in the park.

Examples of overcast in a Sentence

formal The weather forecast predicted an overcast sky for the entire day.

informal It looks like it's going to be overcast today.

slang The sky is all gloomy and overcast, it might rain soon.

figurative His mood was overcast with sadness after hearing the news.

Grammatical Forms of overcast

past tense

overcasted

plural

overcasts

comparative

more overcast

superlative

most overcast

present tense

overcasts

future tense

will overcast

perfect tense

have overcasted

continuous tense

is overcasting

singular

overcast

positive degree

overcast

infinitive

to overcast

gerund

overcasting

participle

overcasted

Origin and Evolution of overcast

First Known Use: 0014 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'overcast' originated from Middle English, where 'over' meant 'above' or 'across', and 'cast' meant 'to throw or spread'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the 14th century to describe a sky covered with clouds, the word 'overcast' has evolved to also refer to fabric or stitches that are sewn over the edge to prevent fraying.