Grade 6
(o-ver-rule) 3 syllables

Definition

verb. to set aside or decide against by virtue of higher authority; rule against or rule out; annul or reverse to have a dominant influence over; prevail over

Example Sentence

The judge refused to overrule the landmark case.

Synonyms

overturn; override; overthrow; reverse

Antonyms

keep orginal ruling

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Rhymes

  • overrule