1. overcoming or conquering a difficulty, obstacle, or challenge
Usage: present participle of surmount
2. climbing over or getting to the top of something
Usage: present participle of surmount
3. being placed on top of or crowning something
Usage: present participle of surmount

Examples

• She is surmounting her fear of public speaking through practice.
• The team is surmounting financial difficulties to complete the project.
• The climbers are surmounting the steep cliff face.
• He succeeded in surmounting the wall that blocked his path.
• A golden eagle is surmounting the monument.
• The dome surmounting the building is visible from miles away.
• They are surmounting every obstacle in their way.