Whelmed

Pronunciation: /ˈwɛlmɪd/

Whelmed (verb)

  1. To be strongly affected by something, especially a feeling, so you cannot think or act clearly.
  2. To cover completely, as if by water or a large amount, leaving no space or control.

Examples

  • She was whelmed by grief, and she could not speak.
  • They were whelmed by joy, so they stayed quiet for a moment.