overpowering
[ oh-ver-pou-er-ing ]
/ ˌoʊ vərˈpaʊ ər ɪŋ /
adjective
that overpowers; overwhelming: an overpowering conviction of the truth.
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Definition for overpowering (2 of 2)
overpower
[ oh-ver-pou-er ]
/ ˌoʊ vərˈpaʊ ər /
verb (used with object)
to overcome, master, or subdue by superior force: to overpower a maniac.
to overcome or overwhelm in feeling; affect or impress excessively: overpowered with confusion and desire.
to gain mastery over the bodily powers or mental faculties of: a strong drink that quickly overpowered him.
to furnish or equip with excessive power: a giant motor that overpowered the pump.
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British Dictionary definitions for overpowering (1 of 2)
overpowering
/ (ˌəʊvəˈpaʊərɪŋ) /
adjective
so strong or intense as to be unbearable
so powerful as to crush or conquer
Derived forms of overpowering
overpoweringly, adverbBritish Dictionary definitions for overpowering (2 of 2)
overpower
/ (ˌəʊvəˈpaʊə) /
verb (tr)
to conquer or subdue by superior force
to have such a strong effect on as to make helpless or ineffective
to supply with more power than necessary