How to Pronounce "overriding"
word
ˈoʊvɝˌɹaɪdɪŋ
OH-ver-RY-ding
ˌəʊvəɹˈaɪdɪŋ
oh-vuh-RY-ding
Definition
Something described as 'overriding' is more important than anything else and takes priority over other things.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊvɝˌɹaɪdɪŋ
British English
ˌəʊvəɹˈaɪdɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-ver-RY-ding
UK
oh-vuh-RY-ding
Listen in Context
Safety is our overriding concern.
The overriding issue is trust.
His overriding goal is to help people.
Honestly, my overriding feeling was relief when I heard the news.