John: I have so much work to do; I don't know where to start.
Phrases Describing Emotions and Feelings
I'm completely overwhelmed.
C1Meaning
I'm feeling stressed and unable to cope.
Example sentences
Alice: That sounds incredibly stressful. I'm completely overwhelmed just listening to you!
John: I'm drowning in deadlines.
Alice: Take a deep breath. Even if it just temporarily helps, you will not always be I'm completely overwhelmed.