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Overrode: meaning, definitions and examples

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overrode

 

[ oʊvərˈroʊd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past action

Overrode is the past tense of the verb 'override', which means to take precedence over something or to have a greater influence. It may refer to the act of nullifying or overstepping a decision, action, or rule. This term is often used in legal and technical contexts but can also apply in everyday situations. It often implies that one decision or condition has more authority than another, resulting in a change or cancellation of the initial action.

Synonyms

nullified, overruled, superseded

Examples of usage

  • The manager overrode the committee's decision.
  • The override function allowed the system to reset.
  • She overrode her original choice after considering new facts.

Translations

Translations of the word "overrode" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sobrepôs

🇮🇳 ओवरराइड किया

🇩🇪 überschrieb

🇮🇩 menggantikan

🇺🇦 перевизначив

🇵🇱 nadpisał

🇯🇵 オーバーライドした

🇫🇷 écraser

🇪🇸 sobreescribió

🇹🇷 üstüne yazdı

🇰🇷 오버라이드했다

🇸🇦 تجاوز

🇨🇿 přepsal

🇸🇰 prepísal

🇨🇳 覆盖了

🇸🇮 prepisal

🇮🇸 yfirskref

🇰🇿 жазып алды

🇬🇪 გადაწერა

🇦🇿 üstünü yazdı

🇲🇽 sobreescribió

Etymology

The word 'override' comes from the early 14th century, derived from the Old English 'oferrīdan,' which means 'to ride over' or 'to surpass.' It combines the prefix 'over,' indicating excess or beyond, with 'ride,' which historically suggested controlling or managing something. Throughout the centuries, 'override' evolved to encompass a more metaphorical meaning beyond literal riding. In technical and legal contexts, it became associated with the idea of surpassing or replacing a prior decision or command. The term has been widely adopted in areas such as computer programming, where developers 'override' default values or functions. It reflects the growing need for decision-making authority and adaptability in various fields, manifesting the linguistic shift towards actions that involve authority or dominance over prior choices.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,727, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.