overpowering (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌoʊvərˈpaʊərɪŋ/

Definition

Having a very strong effect on your senses or feelings, often in an unpleasant way.

Examples

• The sheer size of the mountain was overpowering.

• His overpowering desire for revenge consumed him.

• The taste of the garlic was overpowering.

How to Use overpowering

overpowering to [someone] (prepositional phrase)

Having a very strong effect on someone. — "The noise was overpowering to the sensitive ears of the child."

overpowering desire (collocation)

A very strong wish or need. — "She had an overpowering desire to travel the world."

Synonyms of overpowering

Words with a similar meaning to overpowering:

• intense
• intrusive
• overwhelming
• dominant

Antonyms of overpowering

Words with the opposite meaning to overpowering:

• mild
• subtle
• understated

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