Overpower/ˌəʊvərˈpaʊər/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Physical Defeat Used when someone is physically subdued or outmatched in strength or combat. The wrestler overpowered his opponent swiftly. Pro Tip 2/3Competitive Context Common in sports or contests, where one participant is clearly more dominant. Despite her efforts, she was overpowered in the chess game. Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Negative Can be positive, denoting a deserving victory or success over something problematic. The vaccine overpowered the virus spread.