How to Pronounce "overruled"
word
/ˌoʊvɝˈɹuɫd/
oh-vur-ROOLD
/ˌəʊvəɹˈuːld/
oh-vuh-ROOLD
Definition
When someone in authority, like a judge, decides not to accept or follow a previous decision, suggestion, or objection. Commonly used in legal contexts when a judge decides against a lawyer's objection.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌoʊvɝˈɹuɫd/
British English
/ˌəʊvəɹˈuːld/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
oh-vur-ROOLD
UK
oh-vuh-ROOLD
Listen in Context
The judge overruled the lawyer's objection.
My request for more time was overruled by my boss.
Her idea was quickly overruled in the meeting.
"Objection!" "Overruled," the judge said firmly.