Very great in amount, intensity, or power; so strong as to be overpowering.
over+whelm+ing
Shared component: whelm · to engulf
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whelm
to engulf
Related forms: whelm · 5 words in this dictionary
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Shared components, not spelling prefixesFeeling or experiencing something very strongly, especially an emotion, to the point where it is difficult to cope or manage.
over+whelm+ed
Shared component: whelm · to engulf
failing to impress or make a positive impact; disappointing.
under+whelm+ing
Shared component: whelm · to engulf
By an extremely large amount or to an extremely large degree.
over+whelm+ingly
Shared component: whelm · to engulf
whelmExtended relation
To submerge or engulf completely, especially with water.
Extended relation: whelm · to engulf