Added 9 October 2026
overpower
/əʊvəˈpaʊə/ verb
In Latin: obruō Wiktionary
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To subdue someone by superior force.
We overpowered the opposing army within a couple of hours.
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To excel or exceed in power; to cause to yield; to subdue.
Bright light overpowers the eyes.
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To render imperceptible by means of greater strength, intensity, etc.
The dish was OK, but the garlic slightly overpowered the herbs.