overpowering Synonyms & Antonyms
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Overpowering as a Verb
present participle and gerund of overpower
To subdue someone by superior force.
We overpowered the opposing army within a couple of hours.
Antonyms & near antonyms
To excel or exceed in power; to cause to yield; to subdue.
Bright light overpowers the eyes.
Antonyms & near antonyms
To render imperceptible by means of greater strength, intensity etc.
The dish was OK, but the garlic slightly overpowered the herbs.
Antonyms & near antonyms
Overpowering as an Adjective
That overpowers; so strong as to be overwhelming.
Overpowering as a Noun
The process of something being overpowered.
Overpowering in a Sentence
We overpowered the opposing army within a couple of hours.
Bright light overpowers the eyes.
The dish was OK, but the garlic slightly overpowered the herbs.
Word Forms & Grammar
overpowering
overpowering (comparative more overpowering, superlative most overpowering)
overpowering (plural overpowerings)
Words That Rhyme With Overpowering
Word Facts for Overpowering
| Part of speech | verb, adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Meaning | present participle and gerund of overpower |
| Antonyms | nerf |
| Plural | overpowerings |
| Comparative / superlative | more overpowering, most overpowering |
Overpowering: Your Questions Answered
Is overpowering a verb or an adjective?
Overpowering is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as an adjective and a noun.
What is the opposite of overpowering?
The opposite of overpowering is nerf.
What is the plural of overpowering?
The plural of overpowering is overpowerings.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of overpowering?
The comparative form is more overpowering and the superlative form is most overpowering.