überprägt
Translation
over-characterized, dominated (by)
Examples
Es ist eine von Technik überprägte Gesellschaft.
It is a society dominated by technology.
Grammar Patterns
to be ((überprägt)) by sth. to be dominated by sth. It is a society dominated by technology.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dominiert (dominated), stark beeinflusst (strongly influenced)
Etymology
Past participle of 'überprägen', from 'über' (over) + 'prägen' (to shape, mint, emboss). It conveys one feature being 'stamped over' and dominating others.
Memory Tips
Think of 'prägen' as embossing or stamping. 'Überprägen' means to 'over-stamp', suggesting a very strong, defining influence.