adj
overweening
Overweening (adj) means Unduly confident; (sometimes also) arrogant.
adj
1
Unduly confident; (sometimes also) arrogant.
2
Exaggerated, excessive.
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Etymology
From Middle English overweninge, equivalent to overween + -ing. Cognate with obsolete Dutch overwanig, overwaand (“presumptuous; cocky; conceited”).
Rhymes for overweening
evening
opening
widening
awakening
happening
weakening
deafening
maddening
listening
gardening
sickening
fattening
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of overweening?
"overweening" (adj) means unduly confident; (sometimes also) arrogant.
What are the different meanings of overweening?
"overweening" has 2 main meanings: 1. Unduly confident; (sometimes also) arrogant; 2. Exaggerated, excessive.