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overwhelming (noun)

Something that is very great in amount, force, or intensity, often making a person feel unable to manage or cope. It describes a situation or feeling that is too strong or too much to handle easily.

💬 Example

"This is an example with overwhelming."

💡 Memory Tip

Imagine a giant WAVE (whelm) going OVER your head, burying you in water. You are OVER-WHELM-ed.

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🔗 Synonyms
intense immense staggering unbearable profound
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Forgetting the 'h' in spelling (overwelming).

Using it as a noun without an article (He felt overwhelming of sadness).

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