1. overcame or conquered (a difficulty or obstacle)
Usage: past tense of surmount
2. climbed to the top of or got over (something high)
Usage: past tense of surmount
3. was placed on top of or crowned (something)
Usage: past tense of surmount

Examples

• She surmounted her fear of public speaking through practice.
• The team surmounted many obstacles to win the championship.
• The climbers surmounted the steep cliff after hours of effort.
• He surmounted the wall and escaped from the prison.
• A golden eagle surmounted the flagpole.
• The castle was surmounted by tall towers.
• They surmounted their financial difficulties with hard work.