How to Pronounce "overrule"
word
ˈoʊvɝˌɹuɫ
OH-vur-ROOL
ˌəʊvəɹˈuːl
oh-vuh-ROOL
Definition
To officially decide that a previous decision, rule, or suggestion is not valid, usually by someone in authority.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊvɝˌɹuɫ
British English
ˌəʊvəɹˈuːl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-vur-ROOL
UK
oh-vuh-ROOL
Listen in Context
The judge overruled the lawyer's objection.
The referee overruled the decision after checking the replay.
The manager overruled my request for time off.
You can try to argue, but she’ll probably overrule you.