overbear

Meanings

• verb

  exerting greater or excessive influence, domineering

  - "He overbears his subordinates with his harsh commands."
  - "She finds it difficult to stand up to her boss, who overbears her."

• verb

  have greater power or influence than (someone)

  - "The wealthy family overbears the local community."
  - "The government overbears the opposition."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with overbear
bare , care , fare , glare , hare , repair , stare

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Variants

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overbear , overbearing , overbears , overbore , overborn , overborne

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Etymology

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originated in late Middle English: from over- 'over' + bear 'carry'. The meaning has developed from 'carry or support excessively' to 'exert excessive influence'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'overbear' is related to the word 'bear', which means to carry or support. However, 'overbear' has developed a different meaning.

2. In the 16th century, 'overbear' was used to describe a ship that carried more cargo than others.

3. The term 'overbearing' is often used to describe a person who dominates or exerts excessive influence, but the word 'overbear' itself refers specifically to the act of doing so.

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Related Concepts

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1. domination: The act of controlling or ruling over others. 'Overbear' can be considered a form of domination.

2. influence: The power to have an effect on the actions, behavior, or opinions of others. 'Overbear' is a form of excessive influence.

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Culture

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In literature, 'overbear' is often used to describe characters who dominate or exert excessive influence over others. For example, in Shakespeare's 'Othello', Iago overbears Othello's trust and leads him to commit a tragic act.

How to Memorize "overbear"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person exerting excessive control over others. Visualize them giving orders and having others follow them obediently.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'overbear' with the concept of domination or excessive influence.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the word 'overbear' as 'over-power-bear'. This can help you remember the meaning of the word.

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