Spanish Conversation · Level 118
59 words
Spanish word
arrasador
Pronunciation
IPA/arasaˈðoɾ/
Meaning
- adjectiveoverwhelming
Example
La victoria fue arrasadora.
The victory was overwhelming.
More examples
Su discurso tuvo un efecto arrasador en la audiencia.
His speech had an overwhelming effect on the audience.
Core concept
A sweeping force that levels everything in its path.
Common phrases
triunfo arrasador
overwhelming victory
efecto arrasador
overwhelming effect
Similar words
aplastante: Delivers a crushing, decisive result or margin that leaves no doubt.
abrumador: Overwhelms emotions or burdens with a weight that prevents coping.
devastador: Inflicts massive, destructive damage that leaves devastation in its wake.
imponente: Commands attention and respect through an imposing, impressive presence.
Definition in Spanish
Que causa una impresión tan potente que domina la atención o el resultado.
Word origin
Derived from the verb arrasar 'to sweep away', ultimately from Latin radere 'to scrape', with the suffix -ador forming an adjective meaning 'that sweeps away'.
Usage tips
- Used both for crushing outcomes and for irresistible personal charm (for example, una sonrisa arrasadora), so context and tone determine whether it reads as praise or as mockery.