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overpowering

[oh-ver-pou-er-ing]

adjective

  1. that overpowers; overwhelming.

    an overpowering conviction of the truth.



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Other Word Forms

  • overpoweringly adverb
  • overpoweringness noun
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Word History and Origins

Origin of overpowering1

First recorded in 1690–1700; overpower + -ing 2
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Lemon zest for brightness, a buttery shortbread crust to hold it all together without overpowering the green.

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For all of its sleepy charm, and stunning white-sand beaches, it has the feel of a garrison community, holding the line against the overpowering Chinese presence which is clearly visible just offshore.

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Those qualities remain, but with a new richness and sense of overpowering fullness.

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The urge to avert our gaze can be overpowering.

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Hull KR reached the Challenge Cup for the second time in three seasons, after overpowering Catalans Dragons 36-12 in York.

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