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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

whelmed

/hwɛld/ verb · British & US
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What does whelmed mean?

verb

To be completely overwhelmed or overpowered by something, often emotionally or physically. To be completely absorbed or engrossed in something.

Example

"She felt whelmed by the stress of her new job and struggled to cope with the workload."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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