Reference meaning

overwhelm

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overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli

Related source terms

overpowersweep overwhelm

Other meanings

2. verb

charge someone with too many tasks

3. verb

cover completely or make imperceptible

4. verb

overcome by superior force

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