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overrule Synonyms

Another word for overrule

Choosing another word for overrule depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match 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 override the executive committee's recommendation on the merger."

Strongest
override
veto
overturn
Strong
countermand
reverse
disallow
rescind
set aside
quash
nullify

• 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 disallow the defense attorney's objection and allowed the witness to answer."

Strongest
disallow
reject
Strong
dismiss
deny
throw out

Opposites of overrule

The opposite of overrule shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

sustain
uphold
approve
allow
ratify
sanction
validate
confirm
See all opposites of overrule

• Nearby Words

override
overriding
overripe
overrule
overrun
oversalt
oversampling

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