Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

overload

[oh-ver-lohd, oh-ver-lohd] / ˌoʊ vərˈloʊd, ˈoʊ vərˌloʊd /
VERB
weigh down
Synonyms
Antonyms


VERB
encumber
Synonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

“It can be an overload to voters where they hit that tipping point where they’re no longer interested,” Flynn said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

During my three weeks covered in glowing sensors, I found myself toeing the line between mindful self-improvement and algorithmic overload.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

His movement often provides United with an overload in the wide areas and, with time and space on the ball, Fernandes has made some impressive assists.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Somewhere along the way, we stopped asking whether the system was working and started asking how much we could overload it.

From Slate • May 3, 2026

And not blackness like I passed out from the overload of girlyness in Becca's room.

From "Patina" by Jason Reynolds




Vocabulary lists containing overload


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "overload" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com