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overpowering

adjective

So strong as to be irresistible

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Word length
12
Starts with
O
Ends with
G
Contains
VE
Scrabble score
21

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adjective

  1. So strong as to be irresistible

    “An overpowering need for solitude”

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An overpowering need for solitude
The temptation to despair may become overwhelming
An overwhelming majority

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