whelm Synonyms
whelm Meaning
whelm (v)
overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli
whelm (v. t.)
To cover with water or other fluid; to cover by immersion in something that envelops on all sides; to overwhelm; to ingulf.
Fig.: To cover completely, as if with water; to immerse; to overcome; as, to whelm one in sorrows.
To throw (something) over a thing so as to cover it.
whelm Sentence Examples
- The sudden downpour overwhelmed the drainage system, causing widespread flooding.
- The unexpected tragedy left the family completely overwhelmed with grief.
- The beauty of the sunset overwhelmed her senses, bringing tears to her eyes.
- The responsibility of caring for a newborn overwhelmed the new parents.
- The sheer size of the crowd overwhelmed the small venue, forcing organizers to close the gates.
- The sudden realization of her mistake overwhelmed her with shame.
- The wave of emotions overwhelmed her, threatening to drown her in despair.
- The new challenges at work overwhelmed her, but she refused to give up.
- The kindness and support of her friends overwhelmed her with gratitude.
- The fragrance of the blooming lilacs overwhelmed her with a sense of nostalgia and longing.
FAQs About the word whelm
overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuliTo cover with water or other fluid; to cover by immersion in something that envelops on all sides; to overwhelm;
overcome,overwhelm, devastate, prostrate,oppress, disturb, drown, floor, grind (down), swamp
No antonyms found.
The sudden downpour overwhelmed the drainage system, causing widespread flooding.
The unexpected tragedy left the family completely overwhelmed with grief.
The beauty of the sunset overwhelmed her senses, bringing tears to her eyes.
The responsibility of caring for a newborn overwhelmed the new parents.
