OVERPOWER

overpower

Verb

  1. To subdue someone by superior force.
    We overpowered the opposing army within a couple of hours.
  2. To excel or exceed in power; to cause to yield; to subdue.
    Bright light overpowers the eyes.
  3. To render imperceptible by means of greater strength, intensity etc.
    The dish was OK, but the garlic slightly overpowered the herbs.


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