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Definition of overbearingly

overbearingly

/ˌoʊvɚˈbɛrɪŋli/
o · ver · bear · ing · ly
Adjective:overbearing
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• adverb

1

In an unpleasantly overpowering, arrogant, or domineering manner.

Example

"The supervisor spoke overbearingly to the new interns, leaving them reluctant to ask questions."

2

To an overwhelming or excessively intense degree.

Example

"The small dining room was overbearingly hot and crowded by the middle of the evening."

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• Rhymes for overbearingly

• Nearby Words

overbake
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Overbearingly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/overbearingly
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