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override

 

[ ˌoʊvərˈraɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

computer programming

To use a custom implementation instead of the default one. It allows you to change the behavior of a function or method without modifying its original code.

Synonyms

modify, replace, substitute

Examples of usage

  • Developers can override the default settings to customize the behavior of the software.
  • In object-oriented programming, a subclass can override a method from its superclass.
Context #2 | Verb

authority

To set aside or annul a decision, rule, etc., especially by virtue of superior authority; to overrule.

Synonyms

annul, nullify, overrule

Examples of usage

  • The court has the power to override the jury's decision.
  • The CEO can override any decision made by the board of directors.

Translations

Translations of the word "override" in other languages:

🇵🇹 substituir

🇮🇳 प्रतिस्थापित करना

🇩🇪 überschreiben

🇮🇩 menimpa

🇺🇦 перевизначити

🇵🇱 nadpisać

🇯🇵 上書きする

🇫🇷 remplacer

🇪🇸 sobrescribir

🇹🇷 üstüne yazmak

🇰🇷 덮어쓰다

🇸🇦 استبدال

🇨🇿 přepsat

🇸🇰 prepísať

🇨🇳 覆盖

🇸🇮 prepisati

🇮🇸 yfirskrifa

🇰🇿 ауыстыру

🇬🇪 გადაწერა

🇦🇿 üstünü yazmaq

🇲🇽 sobrescribir

Etymology

The word 'override' originated in the early 19th century, combining 'over' and 'ride'. It initially referred to riding over a horse or a vehicle. Over time, the term evolved to signify the act of setting aside or replacing something. In the context of programming, 'override' gained prominence with the development of object-oriented languages, allowing developers to customize and change the default behavior of functions.

See also: overriding, ride, rider, riders, riding.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,446, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.