Eclipsed vs. Overshadowed

The partial or complete obscuring, relative to a designated observer, of one celestial body by another.

To cast a shadow over; darken or obscure.

The period of time during which such an obscuration occurs.

To make insignificant by comparison; dominate.

A temporary or permanent dimming or cutting off of light.

past participle of overshadow

A fall into obscurity or disuse; a decline:"A composer ... often goes into eclipse after his death and never regains popularity"(Time).

superseded by, covered up by, overtaken or eclipsed

A disgraceful or humiliating end; a downfall:Revelations of wrongdoing helped bring about the eclipse of the governor's career.

To cause an eclipse of.

To obscure; darken.

To obscure or diminish in importance, fame, or reputation.

To surpass; outshine:an outstanding performance that eclipsed the previous record.

simple past tense and past participle of eclipse