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OVERRIDES

(noun, verb)

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There are 6 meanings of the word Overrides.

Overrides - as a noun

A manually operated device to correct the operation of an automatic device

The act of nullifying; making null and void; counteracting or overriding the effect or force of something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nullification18
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change of state
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Overrides - as a verb

Rule against

Example: "The republicans were overruled when the house voted on the bill"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
overrule11overthrow18overturn11reverse10

Prevail over

Example: "Health considerations override financial concerns"

Counteract the normal operation of (an automatic gear shift in a vehicle)

Ride (a horse) too hard

Example Sentences

"He overrides the default settings to customize the program."
"She often overrides her colleagues' opinions during team meetings."
"The CEO's decision to expand the company overrides any objections from the board."
"The new software update overrides the previous settings."
"The manager's decision overrides any objections from the team."
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Word Game Points

Is OVERRIDES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, overrides is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OVERRIDES has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is OVERRIDES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, overrides is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OVERRIDES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is OVERRIDES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, overrides is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OVERRIDES has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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