Overwhelmingly

/ˌoʊvərˈhwɛlmɪŋli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a way that is very great or intense; excessively.

The project was overwhelmingly successful, exceeding all expectations.

To a very large extent or majority.

The survey showed that the respondents overwhelmingly favored the new policy.

In a manner that is difficult to handle or cope with due to excess.

She felt overwhelmingly happy when she received the good news.

In an extreme manner, often beyond what can be managed.

The city was overwhelmingly crowded during the festival.

To the point of being overpowering.

The smell of freshly baked bread was overwhelmingly inviting.

Derived from the word 'overwhelm' combined with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

overwhelming support

A high level of approval or endorsement from a large number of people.

overwhelming evidence

A substantial amount of proof that strongly indicates a particular conclusion.

overwhelming majority

A large majority; more than half of the total.

overwhelm

to overcome something with superior force.

overpower

to defeat or gain control over someone or something.

Totally

That movie was overwhelmingly good, I loved it!

Super awesome

Her performance was overwhelmingly awesome, everyone was impressed.