overbore

[oh-ver-bawr]

overbore Definition

• 1. past tense of 'overbear': to overcome or overwhelm with influence, authority, or force
• 2. past tense of 'overbear': to treat in a domineering manner; bully

Using overbore: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "overbore" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The coach's aggressive tactics overbore the team's morale.

• Example

  Her confidence and assertiveness overbore any objections from the committee.

• Example

  He was always trying to overbore his coworkers in meetings.

overbore Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for overbore

• dominate
• overpower
• subdue
• crush
• intimidate

Antonyms for overbore

• yield
• submit
• surrender

Phrases with overbore

• overbore oneself

  to act in an overbearing or domineering manner towards others

  Example

  He overbore himself during the negotiations, causing the other party to walk away.

• overbore someone's will

  to overpower or dominate someone's desires or wishes

  Example

  The company's strict policies overbore the employees' will to innovate.

• overbore with kindness

  to overwhelm someone with excessive kindness or generosity

  Example

  She overbore her guests with kindness, making sure they had everything they needed.

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Summary: overbore in Brief

'Overbore' [oh-ver-bawr] is the past tense of 'overbear,' meaning to dominate or overwhelm with force or authority. It can also mean to treat someone in a domineering or bullying manner. Examples include 'The coach's aggressive tactics overbore the team's morale,' and 'Her confidence and assertiveness overbore any objections from the committee.' Phrases like 'overbore oneself' and 'overbore with kindness' extend the term's usage.