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Anonymous Posted 15 years ago
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Difference between intimidating and overwhelming

whats the difference between intimidating and overwhelming. can either be used for each other?
  

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Hi, They have different meanings. Here's the very, very general idea. intimidating - frightening overwhelming - overpowering, more than you can handle Look in your dictionary for details.

— Clive

  • Hi, They have different meanings.
  • Here's the very, very general idea.
  • intimidating - frightening overwhelming - overpowering, more than you can handle Look in your dictionary for details.
  • Clive
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Hi,

They have different meanings. Here's the very, very general idea.

intimidating - frightening

overwhelming - overpowering, more than you can handle

Look in your dictionary fo
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Anonymouswhats the difference between intimidating and overwhelming. can either be used for each other?
Intimidating: participle adjective, describes element of threat and fear. i.e. " His tattooed body and scared face have an intimidating presence".
Overwhelming: Also a participle adjective, describes something with overpowering presence. i.e. The smell
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