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overwhelmingly

/ˌoʊ.vɚˈwɛl.mɪŋ.li/
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Adjective:overwhelming
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• adverb

1

To a very great degree or with an immense majority.

Example

"The committee voted overwhelmingly in favor of the new environmental policy."

2

In a manner that is overpowering in force, intensity, or emotional effect.

Example

"The museum's collection of modern art was overwhelmingly vast for a single afternoon visit."

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• Rhymes for overwhelmingly

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the participial adjective 'overwhelming' and the adverbial suffix '-ly'. The base verb 'overwhelm' dates to Middle English, combining 'over-' with 'whelmen' (to turn upside down or submerge).

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