(a) To overpower (sb. or sth.), subdue; suppress (sb.), put down; also fig.; (b) of love, folly: to overwhelm (sb.), overcome; ben) supprised, be) overcome by a feeling, emotion, etc.; ben) supprised with (bi, of), be) overcome or affected by (love, envy, fear, etc.); (c) to oppress (sb., an institution), abuse, treat harshly; ppl. supprised as noun: the oppressed [quot. c1475]; (d) to grieve (sb. or sth.), afflict; weigh down; (e) to take (sb.) unawares, attack unexpectedly, surprise; (f) to uphold (sth., a god), support; (g) ?to undertake.