overwhelming
/ˌəʊvəˈwelmɪŋ/ · /ˌoʊvərˈwelmɪŋ/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #4885 in the learning path
压倒性的；极大的
Definitions
adj. So great or strong that little can oppose it
压倒性的；极大的
adj. Too intense or difficult to deal with
令人难以承受的
Example
The proposal received overwhelming support from our neighbours.
这项提议获得了邻居们的压倒性支持。
An overwhelming majority of residents support investment in reliable public transport rather than wider roads.
绝大多数居民支持投资建设可靠的公共交通，而不是拓宽道路。
Collocations
- overwhelming majority
- overwhelming evidence
- overwhelming support
- overwhelming pressure
Word family
- overwhelm (v.)
- overwhelmingly (adv.)
Usage tip
强调程度极大；既可形容支持，也可形容压力。
FAQ
- What does overwhelming mean?
- So great or strong that little can oppose it Too intense or difficult to deal with
- How is overwhelming pronounced?
- UK /ˌəʊvəˈwelmɪŋ/, US /ˌoʊvərˈwelmɪŋ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
