Superimpose

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /suːpərɪmˈpoʊz/

Definitions of superimpose

noun the action or process of superimposing something

Example Sentences

A1 I saw a superimpose of two images on the screen.

A2 The superimpose of the logo on the video looked professional.

B1 The superimpose of the text over the image was well done.

B2 The superimpose of the graphics added depth to the presentation.

C1 The superimpose of the virtual reality elements seamlessly blended with the real world.

C2 The superimpose of the CGI effects in the movie were visually stunning.

verb to lay or place (something) over something else, typically so that both are still evident

Example Sentences

A1 I can superimpose a picture on top of another one.

A2 She superimposed text onto the image to create a meme.

B1 The designer superimposed the logo onto the background of the website.

B2 In the movie, they superimposed the actor's face onto a stunt double for a dangerous scene.

C1 The artist used advanced techniques to superimpose multiple layers of images to create a surreal masterpiece.

C2 The special effects team superimposed CGI elements seamlessly into the live-action footage.

Examples of superimpose in a Sentence

formal The graphic designer will superimpose the new logo onto the existing packaging design.

informal I can superimpose your face onto a funny meme if you want.

slang I'm going to superimpose my friend's face onto a celebrity's body for a laugh.

figurative The artist's emotions were superimposed onto the canvas, creating a powerful piece of art.

Grammatical Forms of superimpose

past tense

superimposed

plural

superimpose

comparative

more superimposed

superlative

most superimposed

present tense

superimpose

future tense

will superimpose

perfect tense

have superimposed

continuous tense

is superimposing

singular

superimposes

positive degree

superimpose

infinitive

to superimpose

gerund

superimposing

participle

superimposed

Origin and Evolution of superimpose

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'superimpose' originates from the Latin word 'superimponere', which is a combination of 'super' meaning 'above' and 'imponere' meaning 'to place upon'.
Evolution of the word: The word 'superimpose' has retained its original meaning of placing something above or upon something else, but its usage has expanded to include digital editing techniques where images or layers are combined to create a composite image.