Main Entry: over·pow·er

Pronunciation: \ˌō-vər-ˈpau̇(-ə)r\

Function: transitive verb

Date: 1593

1 : to overcome by superior force : subdue
2 : to affect with overwhelming intensity <the stench overpowered us>
3 : to provide with more power than is needed or desirable <a dangerously overpowered car>

— over·pow·er·ing·ly \-ˈpau̇(-ə)r-iŋ-lē\ adverb