Synonyms for overload

Grammar : Verb

Spell : verb oh-ver-lohd; noun oh-ver-lohd

Phonetic Transcription : verb ˌoʊ vərˈloʊd; noun ˈoʊ vərˌloʊd

Définition of overload

Origin : 1550s, "to place too great a burden on," from over- + load (v.). Intransitive sense from 1961. Related: Overloaded; overloading. The noun is attested from 1640s; of electrical current, from 1904. Middle English had overlade (v.) in this sense.

verb weigh down
verb encumber

Example sentences :

"I suppose it's possible to overload the thing," Micheals said doubtfully.
Extract from : « The Leech » by Phillips Barbee

He had tried to overload the master robot with emotion and he had succeeded.
Extract from : « Mezzerow Loves Company » by Floyd L. Wallace

People who have been having a famine should not overload their stomachs!
Extract from : « Exciting Adventures of Mister Robert Robin » by Ben Field

Do not overload me, or hitch me where water will drip on me.
Extract from : « Ohio Arbor Day 1913: Arbor and Bird Day Manual » by Various

In the meantime care should be taken not to overload the stomach.
Extract from : « An Epitome of Homeopathic Healing Art » by B. L. Hill

Six men were an overload for the Titian and we couldn't keep up with the Sprite.
Extract from : « Fighting Byng » by A. Stone

A fuse is a protective device that prevents an overload of electricity.
Extract from : « When You Don't Know Where to Turn » by Steven J. Bartlett

Better not overload the craft, Sam cautioned, after half an hours work.
Extract from : « The Motor Boys on the Atlantic » by Clarence Young

I am sure your legs are long enough, and your person does not overload them.
Extract from : « The Works of William Cowper » by William Cowper

This time I have no fears, provided we do not overload our vessels.
Extract from : « The Kangaroo Hunters » by Anne Bowman

Antonyms for overload

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