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(Entry 1 of 3)
the act or process of bringing someone or something under one's control
- the overpowering of much of Europe by the Nazis during World War II
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overpowering
adjectiveSynonyms of overpowering (Entry 2 of 3)
as in overwhelming, irresistible
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overpowering
verb
present participle of overpower
Synonyms & Antonyms of overpowering (Entry 3 of 3)
1
to bring under one's control by force of arms
- the invading army overpowered the countryside with lightning speed
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2
to subject to incapacitating emotional or mental stress
- overpowered by fear of the unknown
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“Overpowering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overpowering. Accessed 3 Dec. 2021.
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