Synonyms for

Override

Verb / ˈəʊvɜ:ˌraɪd / Another word for override — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To use one's authority to cancel or change a decision made by someone else.

Synonyms & similar words

nullification overrule reverse overthrow overturn overrule revoke cancel rescind nullify invalidate countermand annul undo negate reverse quash abolish supersede outvote veto disallow invalidate void

Synonyms by register

Formal

countermand annul rescind nullify

Informal

ditch ignore cancel scupper

Literary

supplant displace outweigh

Antonyms

submit yield obey defer acquiesce comply follow

Common collocations

  • override a decision
  • override a veto
  • override the system
  • override the default
  • override the previous
  • override the controls
  • override the settings

Word family

noun override
verb override

Usage note

Often used in technical contexts to mean to cancel or ignore a previous setting or instruction. Can also mean to set aside or disregard a person's wishes or authority.

Example sentences

  1. The boss can override the decision of his employees.
  2. The judge can override a jury's decision.
  3. The President can override a governor's decision.
  4. The teacher can override a student's decision.
  5. The coach can override a player's decision.

Quotes

  • If you try to override a parent's veto, you'll usually lose.
  • When politicians override the people, they're inviting revolution.
  • It's important to have a privacy policy that you don't override willy-nilly.

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