Overborne: meaning, definitions and examples
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overborne
[ ˌoʊvərˈbɔrn ]
overcome, weigh down
The term 'overborne' refers to being overwhelmed or overly burdened by something. This can be in a physical, emotional, or mental context, where an individual feels pressed down or subdued by external forces or internal struggles. It is often used to describe situations where a person or thing is subjected to excessive pressure, leading to a sense of defeat or inability to cope. The word emphasizes the heaviness of the burden and the impact it has on one's well-being.
Synonyms
burdened, oppressed, overwhelmed.
Examples of usage
- She felt overborne by the pressure of her responsibilities.
- The overborne tree could not withstand the weight of the snow.
- He was overborne by doubts and fears before the presentation.
Translations
Translations of the word "overborne" in other languages:
🇵🇹 oprimido
🇮🇳 अधिक बोझ डालना
🇩🇪 überwältigt
🇮🇩 terbebani
🇺🇦 перевантажений
🇵🇱 przytłoczony
🇯🇵 圧倒された
🇫🇷 accablé
🇪🇸 abrumado
🇹🇷 ezilmiş
🇰🇷 압도된
🇸🇦 مُثقل
🇨🇿 přetížený
🇸🇰 preťažený
🇨🇳 压倒
🇸🇮 obremenjen
🇮🇸 yfirbugaður
🇰🇿 жүктелген
🇬🇪 გათრეული
🇦🇿 yüklənmiş
🇲🇽 abrumado
Etymology
The word 'overborne' is derived from the Old English word 'oferberan,' where 'ofer' means 'over' and 'beran' means 'to bear' or 'to carry.' The prefix 'over-' suggests an excess or superiority, while 'borne' refers back to the act of bearing or carrying something. Over time, the term evolved in English to convey the idea of being subjected to overwhelming pressures or burdens. It has been used in various literary contexts, illustrating the intensity of emotional and physical struggles faced by individuals. The usage of 'overborne' has persisted in modern English, often appearing in discussions about emotional health, mental challenges, and metaphorical applications in both literature and everyday speech.