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overrule
This term is primarily used in legal and administrative contexts, carrying a strong connotation of hierarchy and official power. It describes a top-down action where a superior authority nullifies a previous decision or a subordinate's objection. In a courtroom, it is the specific technical term used by a judge to reject an attorney's objection, allowing the testimony to proceed.
Outside of law, the word implies a formal exercise of power, such as a board of directors overriding a manager. It differs from "disagree" or "reject" by requiring a structural power imbalance; one cannot "overrule" an equal or a superior.
Meanings
Examples
Objection overruled.
Objection overruled.
The judge decided to overrule the defense attorney's objection.
I cannot believe the manager overruled my decision on the project.
The supreme court has the power to overrule lower court decisions.
He tried to argue his point, but the director simply overruled him.
The council may overrule the mayor if they have a two-thirds majority.
She wondered if the board would overrule the committee's recommendation.
The king will overrule any decree that threatens the crown.