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单词 overrules
释义

overrule

verb

over·​rule ˌō-vər-ˈrül How to pronounce overrule (audio)
ˌō-və-
overruled; overruling; overrules

transitive verb

1
: to rule over : govern
2
: to prevail over : overcome
3
a
: to rule against
b
: to set aside : reverse

Example Sentences

The judge overruled the objection. His conviction was overruled by the supreme court.
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Word History

First Known Use

1576, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

overrule

verb

over·​rule ˌō-vər-ˈrül How to pronounce overrule (audio)
overruled; overruling
1
: to decide against
The judge overruled the objection.
2
: to set aside a decision or ruling made by someone having less authority
Mother overruled our plans.

Legal Definition

overrule

transitive verb

over·​rule ˌō-vər-ˈrül How to pronounce overrule (audio)
1
: to rule against
the objection was overruled
compare sustain
2
a
: to rule against upon review by virtue of a higher authority : set aside, reverse
the appeals court overruled the trial court's decision
b
: to set aside as a precedent or guide
did not intend to overrule prior jurisprudence in that area
refused to overrule the landmark case
compare follow

overrules

verb

present tense third-person singular of overrule
as in rejects
to decide that (something or someone) is wrong; to rule against (something or someone) The judge overruled the objection. His conviction was overruled by the supreme court.

Synonyms & Similar Words

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