overwhelmed

/ˌə‌ʊvəwˈɛlmd/

/ˌoʊvɝˈwɛɫmd/, /ˌoʊvɝhˈwɛɫmd/

overwhelmed

experiencing overpowering thoughts or emotions

Examples

1. The mother of two young children felt overwhelmed by her daily tasks, which included cooking, cleaning, and child-rearing.

2. She's been so overwhelmed with work and family issues that she feels like a complete basket case.

3. He held his head in his hands, feeling overwhelmed by the situation.

4. She was feeling overwhelmed and stressed, but her mother reminded her that after a storm comes a calm, and that things would get better soon.