How many syllables in overweening?

There are 4 syllables in the word overweening.

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Definition of overweening:

overweening (adjective):: arrogant, presumptuous; (of opinions or qualities) excessive or immoderate; adjective. unrestrained, especially with regard to feelings.

Synonyms for overweening:

bumptious prideful vainglorious pompous snobbish haughty supercilious proud boastful important

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Antonyms for overweening:

reverential considerate complimentary sheepish hesitant liberal complaisant awkward merciful unsure

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