Associations to the word «Overpowering»

Wiktionary

OVERPOWERING, verb. Present participle of overpower
OVERPOWERING, adjective. That overpowers; so strong as to be overwhelming.

Dictionary definition

OVERPOWERING, adjective. So strong as to be irresistible; "an overpowering need for solitude"; "the temptation to despair may become overwhelming"; "an overwhelming majority".

Wise words

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