overrule

over·rule

verb \-ˈrül\

Definition of OVERRULE

transitive verb

1

: to rule over : govern

2

: to prevail over : overcome

3

a : to rule against b : to set aside : reverse

Examples of OVERRULE

1. The judge overruled the objection.
2. His conviction was overruled by the supreme court.

First Known Use of OVERRULE

1576

Rhymes with OVERRULE

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