overload

Meanings

• Noun

  A state of being overwhelmed or unable to cope with the amount of work, information, or other demands.

  - "The project manager was under immense pressure due to the team's overload."
  - "My email inbox is always in overload, and I can't keep up with the messages."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with overload
load , road , code , mod

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Variants

List of all variants of overload that leads to same result
over-load , over-loaded , over-loading , over-loads , overload , overloaded , overloading , overloads , information overload , sensory overload

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Etymology

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Overload comes from the Old English word 'overladen,' meaning 'to load above.'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'overload' is often used in electronics to describe a situation where a circuit or component is receiving more power or signal than it can handle.

2. The word 'overload' has been used in music since the 1960s to describe a heavy or intense sound in rock music.

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Related Concepts

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1. Burnout: A state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion caused by prolonged stress, often related to overload.

2. Multitasking: The ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously, which can lead to overload and decreased productivity.

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Culture

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Overload is a common theme in literature and art, often used to depict the struggles and pressures of modern life.

How to Memorize "overload"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a container that is full to the brim with water or objects, representing the concept of overload.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'overload' with feelings of stress, pressure, and being overwhelmed.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Overwhelmed, Lots, And, Overwhelmed Again' to help remember the definition of overload.

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