Overwhelm
/ˌəʊvərˈwelm/verb
To affect someone's emotions in a very powerful way.
She was overwhelmed with joy when she heard the good news.
Often appears as...
- overwhelm with emotion
- overwhelm with joy
verb
To defeat someone or something completely.
The army was overwhelmed by the enemy forces.
Often appears as...
- overwhelm the enemy
- overwhelm the opposition
verb
To give too much of something to someone.
He was overwhelmed with work and couldn't take a break.
Often appears as...
- overwhelm with work
- overwhelm with information
verb
To affect someone's emotions in a very powerful way.
She was overwhelmed with joy when she heard the good news.
Often appears as...
- overwhelm with emotion
- overwhelm with joy
verb
To defeat someone or something completely.
The army was overwhelmed by the enemy forces.
Often appears as...
- overwhelm the enemy
- overwhelm the opposition
verb
To give too much of something to someone.
He was overwhelmed with work and couldn't take a break.
Often appears as...
- overwhelm with work
- overwhelm with information
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Impact
Used when feelings are so strong that one feels unable to react or respond.
Seeing their reunion after years overwhelmed him with happiness.
Pro Tip 2/3Unexpected Intensity
Often describes a sudden and intense feeling that catches someone off guard.
The surprise party overwhelmed her; she couldn't stop crying.
Pro Tip 3/3Positive or Negative
Can refer to both good and bad emotions.
Overwhelmed with relief, he thanked his rescuers profusely.
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How Magellan circumnaviga...
the captain readily agreed. The adventure would be his last. Overconfident and severely outnumbered, Magellan's force was overwhelmed, and the native's bamboo spears ended the captain's life. Yet the voyage had to continue. Magellan's will specified that Enrique should be freed,
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What if a US presidential...
And that can give you a real good framework to move forward in a smart, peaceful way if you feel that you've got to take it to the streets. Now look, I know all this stuff is overwhelming, and I've got to admit, some of these steps may not be enough. A truly rogue president
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Who built Great...
sought to discredit this theory because it challenged the legitimacy of their rule. In fact, the government actively encouraged historians to produce accounts that disputed the city's African origins. Over time, however, an overwhelming body of evidence mounted,
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A message of peace, hope...
times I laughed with you how many times I cried with you how many times I tried to play along with you did you are you ever overwhelmed by just how many people there are around the world for whom what came out of your head and your mouth in
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Is radiation dangerous?...
also known as an acute exposure. Acute exposures overwhelm the body's natural ability to repair the damage. This can trigger cancers, cellular dysfunction, and potentially even death. Fortunately, acute exposures are rare,
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Orcas Kill, But Not Just...
and likewise, if they're teaching and learning, well, they don't play with their food. It's really tough for you as an observer to see an animal going through so much stress and pain and overwhelming exertion,
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Penguins Kidnapping...
But it's only for a moment. A large crowd has gathered, all trying to adopt the chick. She's soon overwhelmed by doting admirers.
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Hippo vs Lion Clan PIPE...
the heat is overwhelming hippos can't sweat but they do secrete a thick oily reddish fluid this acts as a sunscreen and helps
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Free Solo 360 PIPE National...
so than any of the other creatures you're on this huge face this overwhelming world around you and you feel totally
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Army Ants Rampage...
Everything alive in the path of the raiders overwhelmed by sheer numbers.
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How Magellan circumnaviga...
the captain readily agreed. The adventure would be his last. Overconfident and severely outnumbered, Magellan's force was overwhelmed, and the native's bamboo spears ended the captain's life. Yet the voyage had to continue. Magellan's will specified that Enrique should be freed,
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What if a US presidential...
And that can give you a real good framework to move forward in a smart, peaceful way if you feel that you've got to take it to the streets. Now look, I know all this stuff is overwhelming, and I've got to admit, some of these steps may not be enough. A truly rogue president
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Who built Great...
sought to discredit this theory because it challenged the legitimacy of their rule. In fact, the government actively encouraged historians to produce accounts that disputed the city's African origins. Over time, however, an overwhelming body of evidence mounted,
Video examples
A message of peace, hope...
times I laughed with you how many times I cried with you how many times I tried to play along with you did you are you ever overwhelmed by just how many people there are around the world for whom what came out of your head and your mouth in
Video examples
Is radiation dangerous?...
also known as an acute exposure. Acute exposures overwhelm the body's natural ability to repair the damage. This can trigger cancers, cellular dysfunction, and potentially even death. Fortunately, acute exposures are rare,
Video examples
Orcas Kill, But Not Just...
and likewise, if they're teaching and learning, well, they don't play with their food. It's really tough for you as an observer to see an animal going through so much stress and pain and overwhelming exertion,
Video examples
Penguins Kidnapping...
But it's only for a moment. A large crowd has gathered, all trying to adopt the chick. She's soon overwhelmed by doting admirers.
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Hippo vs Lion Clan PIPE...
the heat is overwhelming hippos can't sweat but they do secrete a thick oily reddish fluid this acts as a sunscreen and helps
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Free Solo 360 PIPE National...
so than any of the other creatures you're on this huge face this overwhelming world around you and you feel totally
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Army Ants Rampage...
Everything alive in the path of the raiders overwhelmed by sheer numbers.
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Gisele Bundchen
Brazilian Model
I noticed every time I felt overwhelmed, I would hold my breath. I had to learn to stop, relax, and take long deep breaths, and within seconds I would feel more clear and ready to deal with the situation in a more loving way.
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Yvonne Strahovski
Australian Actress
I landed the female lead role on 'Chuck' within three days of landing in L.A., so it was a little overwhelming, and I definitely felt like I got thrown into the deep end.
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Og Mandino
American Author
Sound character provides the power with which a person may ride the emergencies of life instead of being overwhelmed by them. Failure is... the highway to success.
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Florence Welch
English Musician
I'm completely in love with the world but also terrified of it. It creates some overwhelming feelings. Wanting to battle out that joy and fear is part of my music.
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Yo Yo Honey Singh
Indian Musician
I am overwhelmed for whatever I have achieved so far. I give the credit to my mother and everyone who has helped me.
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Desmond Tutu
South African Leader
Do your little bit of good where you are; it's those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.
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Luis Suarez
Uruguayan Athlete
On the field, sometimes passion overwhelms you, and you do things you regret afterward.
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Kirby Larson
American Writer
I was overwhelmed by how military families felt supported and honored by 'Nubs.
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Nagma
Indian Politician
I have the love and support of people, which is overwhelming.
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Kellyanne Conway
American Businesswoman
Women overwhelmingly support conservative policies.
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Gisele Bundchen
Brazilian Model
I noticed every time I felt overwhelmed, I would hold my breath. I had to learn to stop, relax, and take long deep breaths, and within seconds I would feel more clear and ready to deal with the situation in a more loving way.
Quote examples
Yvonne Strahovski
Australian Actress
I landed the female lead role on 'Chuck' within three days of landing in L.A., so it was a little overwhelming, and I definitely felt like I got thrown into the deep end.
Quote examples
Og Mandino
American Author
Sound character provides the power with which a person may ride the emergencies of life instead of being overwhelmed by them. Failure is... the highway to success.
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Florence Welch
English Musician
I'm completely in love with the world but also terrified of it. It creates some overwhelming feelings. Wanting to battle out that joy and fear is part of my music.
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Yo Yo Honey Singh
Indian Musician
I am overwhelmed for whatever I have achieved so far. I give the credit to my mother and everyone who has helped me.
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Desmond Tutu
South African Leader
Do your little bit of good where you are; it's those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.
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Luis Suarez
Uruguayan Athlete
On the field, sometimes passion overwhelms you, and you do things you regret afterward.
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Kirby Larson
American Writer
I was overwhelmed by how military families felt supported and honored by 'Nubs.
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Nagma
Indian Politician
I have the love and support of people, which is overwhelming.
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Kellyanne Conway
American Businesswoman
Women overwhelmingly support conservative policies.
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