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overrule Antonyms

Opposite of overrule

Because the opposite of overrule shifts with each meaning, the 9 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To reject, disallow, or reverse a decision, proposal, or action by exercising superior authority.

Usage Example

"The board of directors voted to uphold the executive committee's recommendation on the merger."

Strongest
uphold
sustain
approve
Strong
ratify
sanction
validate
confirm
endorse

• verb (Context 2)

To declare an objection raised by legal counsel in court to be invalid or inadmissible (especially of a presiding judge).

Usage Example

"The judge decided to sustain the defense attorney's objection and allowed the witness to answer."

Strongest
sustain
uphold
Strong
allow

Similar words to overrule

Words similar to overrule shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

override
veto
disallow
reject
overturn
countermand
reverse
dismiss
See all synonyms of overrule

• Nearby Words

override
overriding
overripe
overrule
overrun
oversalt
oversampling

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Overrule. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/overrule
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