Word Meaning

Meaning of overrule

- To rule over; to govern or determine by superior authority.
- To rule or determine in a contrary way; to decide against; to abrogate or alter; as, God overrules the purposes of men; the chairman overruled the point of order.
- To supersede, reject, annul, or rule against; as, the plea, or the decision, was overruled by the court.
- To be superior or supreme in rulling or controlling; as, God rules and overrules.

Crossword clue for overrule

- Countermand finished reign
- Exercise superior authority
- Override (decision)
- Reverse the decision of