OVERRIDE

/əʊ.vəˈɹaɪd/ Scrabble 12 Words With Friends 13

Scrabble letter values: O1V4E1R1R1I1D2E1 = 12

Definition

  1. noun a manually operated device to correct the operation of an automatic device.
  2. noun the act of nullifying. — synonyms: nullification
  3. verb rule against. — synonyms: overrule, overturn, overthrow, reverse
  4. verb prevail over.
  5. verb counteract the normal operation of (an automatic gear shift in a vehicle).
  6. verb ride (a horse) too hard.

Examples

  • “making null and void”
  • “counteracting or overriding the effect or force of something”
  • “The Republicans were overruled when the House voted on the bill”

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