overpowered
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈpaʊərd/
KK: /oʊvərˈpaʊərd/
adjective
Definition
Having more power than is necessary or reasonable, often to the point of being unfair or excessive.
Example
The villain in the movie was so overpowered that no hero could defeat him.
Conversation
Did you see that new game everyone is talking about?
Yeah, I heard the boss characters are overpowered.
I tried playing it, and it was really hard to win against them!
I can imagine! It must be frustrating when the game feels so overpowered.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
dominant
overwhelming
unstoppable
Antonyms
weak
ineffective
subdued
verb
Definition
To have more power or strength than someone or something, making it unable to resist or fight back.
Example
The hero was overpowered by the villain's strength during the battle.
Tense Forms
Past: overpowered
Past Participle: overpowered
Conversation
Did you see how that team overpowered their opponents last night?
Yeah, it was impressive! They played really well.
I didn't think they would overpowered them so easily.
Root Explanation
Overpowered → It is formed from "over-" (meaning excessively or beyond) and "power" (from Old French *poer*, meaning ability or strength) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past action). The word "overpowered" means to be excessively overcome by strength or ability.
Memory Tip
Think of being 'over' (excessively) 'overcome' by 'power' — that's why overpowered means being overwhelmed by strength.
Visually Confused Words
unoverpowered