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Definition of overpowering

overpowering

/ˌoʊvərˈpaʊərɪŋ/
o · ver · pow · er · ing
Adverb:overpoweringly
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• adjective

1

Extremely intense, strong, or forceful to the point of being difficult to bear or resist.

Example

"She felt an overpowering urge to laugh during the solemn ceremony."

2

Unpleasantly strong, pungent, or stifling (especially of a smell, taste, or heat).

Example

"The small room was filled with the overpowering scent of cheap perfume."

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• Rhymes for overpowering

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