overall
This word functions as a wide-angle lens for information. It signals to the listener that the speaker is zooming out from specific details to provide a summary or a final judgment. It carries a sense of synthesis, blending various individual data points into a single, unified conclusion. When used as a garment, it evokes a utilitarian, blue-collar image of manual labor and protection. While similar to a jumpsuit, it specifically suggests a layered approach to clothing, where the outer shell shields the wearer from grime or wear during physical tasks.
Countable when referring to the protective clothing worn by a worker. Uncountable when used as a general modifier to describe a total sum or general state.
Meanings
Taking everything into account; inclusive of all parts.
"The overall cost of the renovation was higher than expected."