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Overpower Definition & Meaning

overpower
verb
  1. overcome by superior force
  2. overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli

"Overpower" in song lyrics

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  • "Sunnin, runnin outta overpower"
    DJ Muggs f/ Mobb Deep — It Could Happen To You
  • "Too many enemies for me to overpower"
    Organized Konfusion — Confrontations

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Frequently asked questions

What does overpower mean?
overcome by superior force overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli
What part of speech is overpower?
Overpower is a verb.
How many definitions does overpower have?
Overpower has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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