Definition of overpowering Overpowering

/owˈvɚpawˈɹɪŋ/ - [owverpawring] - o•ver•pow•er•ing

We found 6 definitions of overpowering from 4 different sources.

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What does overpowering mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Adjective

overpowering - so strong as to be irresistible; "an overpowering need for solitude"; "the temptation to despair may become overwhelming"; "an overwhelming majority"
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • overpowering (Verb)
    Present participle of overpower.
  • overpowering (Adjective)
    That overpowers; so strong as to be overwhelming.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • overpowering (p. pr. & vb. n.)
    of Overpower
  • overpowering (a.)
    Excelling in power; too powerful; irresistible.

Part of speech

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  • overpowering, verb, gerund of overpower (infinitive).

Pronunciation

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