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/ˌoʊvərˈpaʊərd/ · oʊvərˈpaʊərd
verb
  1. To subdue someone or something by superior force. The police overpowered the rioters within a few hours.
  2. To excel or exceed in power; to cause to yield; to subdue. Bright light overpowers the eyes.
  3. To render imperceptible by means of greater strength, intensity, etc. The dish was OK, but the garlic slightly overpowered the herbs.
adjective
  1. Overly powerful. The new engine is overpowered for the small car.
Did you know? The word 'overpowered' is often used in the context of video games, where a character or team is said to be overpowered if they have abilities or equipment that make them significantly stronger than others.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 16, 2026