Wordiyo

overweening

🇬🇧 UK/.әuvә'wi:niŋ/🇺🇸 US
GREC2

Definitions

adj.

Excessively arrogant or self-confident; exaggerated or excessive

过于自负的，傲慢的；过分的

n.

Excessive arrogance or presumption

过度自负，傲慢

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
overweeningother
=overweening

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    His overweening confidence in his abilities prevented him from seeking any advice.

  • 2.

    The overweening ambition of the young executive led to his eventual downfall.

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