overpower

动词

UK/ˌəʊ.vəˈpaʊəʳ/
US/ˌoʊ.vɚˈpaʊ.ɚ/

定义 overpower 动词

  1. Transitive(及物动词)

    To defeat someone by using superior strength or power.

    以力量或权威制服、压倒或征服。

    • The assailant was eventually overpowered by three security guards.

      袭击者最终被三名保安人员制服。

    • In the intense battle, our forces successfully overpowered the enemy troops.

      在激烈的战斗中,我们的部队成功地压制了敌军。

    • Stronger competitors often overpower weaker ones with ease.

      较强的竞争者通常能轻松压倒较弱的对手。

  2. Transitive(及物动词)

    When a smell or feeling is so strong that it makes you feel weak or ill, it overpowers you.

    (气味或感觉)难以忍受

    • The strong smell of perfume in the room overpowered me and made me feel dizzy.

      房间里浓烈的香水味让我感到头晕目眩。

    • A powerful sense of fear overpowered him, leaving him unable to move.

      一股强烈的恐惧感压倒了他,让他无法动弹。

    • The pungent smell of smoke overpowered her, making it difficult to breathe.

      刺鼻的烟味让她难以呼吸。