What does WHELM mean?

Whelm

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To engulf, submerge, or overcome completely.

Pronunciations: US: /wɛlm/; UK: /wɛlm/

Origin and Usage: The word "whelm" comes from Old English "whelman", which means "to turn over". It has been used in English since the 14th century. The word "whelm" is often used in the context of being overwhelmed or completely overcome by something. It is also used in the context of being submerged or engulfed by water or other substances.

Synonyms: Overwhelm, engulf, submerge, flood, immerse.

Related Words: Helms, welsh, hells, wells.

Example Sentences:

• She was whelmed by the sheer beauty of the landscape.
• The small boat was whelmed by the huge waves and sank.
• The city was whelmed by a massive flood.
• The noise from the party whelmed the entire neighborhood.