Meaning & Definition of word "Overwhelming"
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Overwhelming
/ˌoʊ.vərˈwɛl.mɪŋ/
adjective:
- 1. Having a strong or powerful effect on someone or something; too much to handle or cope with.
- Example: The overwhelming support from the community made the event a huge success.
- 2. Very great in amount or intensity; extreme.
- Example: She felt an overwhelming sense of joy when she heard the news.
- 3. Difficult to fight against or resist.
- Example: The team faced overwhelming odds but still managed to win the championship.
Etymology
From Middle English 'overwhelmen', meaning to turn upside down, submerge.
Common Phrases and Expressions
overwhelming majority:
A large percentage of people that strongly favor one side.
overwhelming odds:
A situation where the chances of success are significantly low against you.
Related Words
overwhelm:
To affect someone very strongly.
overpower:
To defeat someone by using greater strength.
Slang Meanings of overwhelming
Meaning: Too much to handle or cope with.
Example Sentence: The homework last night was overwhelming, I couldn't finish it!
Meaning: Astonishing or mind-blowing.
Example Sentence: That new video game is just overwhelming, I loved it!