Definition & Meaning of "override"

to override

to change or reject someone's decision, especially by using one's authority

ride (a horse) too hard

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

prevail over

Override

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

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

Example

She argued irrationally, allowing emotions to override logical reasoning during the debate.

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