Meaning & Definition of Override in English
English⟶
Override
/oʊvərraɪd/
noun
1. A manually operated device to correct the operation of an automatic device
synonym:
- override
2. The act of nullifying
- Making null and void
- Counteracting or overriding the effect or force of something
synonym:
- nullification,
- override
verb
1. Rule against
- "The republicans were overruled when the house voted on the bill"
synonym:
- overrule,
- overturn,
- override,
- overthrow,
- reverse
2. Prevail over
- "Health considerations override financial concerns"
synonym:
- override
3. Counteract the normal operation of (an automatic gear shift in a vehicle)
synonym:
- override
4. Ride (a horse) too hard
synonym:
- override