What does overmaster mean?
Overmaster means (transitive) To overpower or overwhelm..
Overmaster
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To overpower or overwhelm..
Example Sentences
Sir Jasper started from his chair, ashamed of the sick fancies that had, for the moment, overmastered him.
Did I forget! Shall I ever . . . can I ever! Can any of us ever forget that terrible scene! Mina struggled hard to keep her brave countenance, but the pain overmastered her and she put her hands before her face, and shuddered whilst she moaned.
Synonyms for overmaster
Antonyms for overmaster
Related Words
Word Forms
- overmasters
- overmastering
- overmastered
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for overmaster?
Common synonyms include overpower, overwhelm.
What is the opposite of overmaster?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use overmaster in a sentence?
Sir Jasper started from his chair, ashamed of the sick fancies that had, for the moment, overmastered him.
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