Overpower: meaning, definitions and examples

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overpower

[ ˌoʊvərˈpaʊər ]

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in a fight

To overcome or defeat someone or something in a conflict by using superior force.

Synonyms

conquer, defeat, subdue

Examples of usage

He was able to overpower his opponent with his strength.
The army managed to overpower the enemy forces in a decisive battle.

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emotionally

To have such a strong effect on someone's emotions or thoughts that it is difficult to resist or ignore.

Synonyms

consume, engulf, overwhelm

Examples of usage

The feeling of guilt can overpower a person and lead to depression.
The beauty of the landscape overpowered him, leaving him speechless.

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general

The state of having more power or control than someone or something else.

Synonyms

control, dominance, supremacy

Examples of usage

She felt an overpower of confidence after her success.
The overpower of the government over the citizens was evident in their actions.

Translations

Translations of the word "overpower" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dominar

subjugar
sobrepujar

🇮🇳 प्रबल करना

🇩🇪 überwältigen

🇮🇩 mengalahkan

🇺🇦 перемогти

подолати
знешкодити

🇵🇱 pokonać

🇯🇵 圧倒する (あっとうする)

🇫🇷 dominer

écraser
subjuguer

🇪🇸 dominar

vencer
subyugar

🇹🇷 yenmek

ezmek
alt etmek

🇰🇷 압도하다

🇸🇦 يتغلب

🇨🇿 přemoci

🇸🇰 premôcť

🇨🇳 击败 (jíbài)

🇸🇮 premagati

🇮🇸 yfirbuga

🇰🇿 жеңу

🇬🇪 დამარცხება

🇦🇿 məğlub etmək

🇲🇽 dominar

vencer
subyugar

Word origin

The word 'overpower' originated from the combination of 'over' and 'power', dating back to the late 16th century. It has been used to describe the act of dominating or defeating someone or something through superior force. Over the years, the word has evolved to also encompass the idea of overwhelming emotions or thoughts. The term signifies a sense of control or superiority, often associated with strength and dominance.