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Overruled: meaning, definitions and examples

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overruled

 

[ ˌoʊvərˈruːld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

legal decision

To overrule means to reject or void a decision or opinion previously made, commonly within a legal context. This action typically occurs when a higher authority disagrees with a ruling made by a lower court or official. Overruling serves to maintain a system of checks and balances, ensuring that erroneous or unjust decisions can be corrected. The term can also apply in non-legal contexts, indicating the act of overriding someone's authority or judgment.

Synonyms

nullified, overturned, reversed, vacated

Examples of usage

  • The judge overruled the objection from the defense.
  • The committee overruled the previous decision on funding.
  • During the debate, the chairperson overruled several points of order.
  • The manager overruled the team’s suggestion for a new policy.

Translations

Translations of the word "overruled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 anulado

🇮🇳 अस्वीकृत

🇩🇪 aufgehoben

🇮🇩 dibatalkan

🇺🇦 скасований

🇵🇱 uchylony

🇯🇵 覆された

🇫🇷 annulé

🇪🇸 anulado

🇹🇷 iptal edilmiş

🇰🇷 무효로 된

🇸🇦 ملغى

🇨🇿 zrušen

🇸🇰 zrušený

🇨🇳 被撤销

🇸🇮 razveljavljen

🇮🇸 fellur út

🇰🇿 жойылған

🇬🇪 გაუქმებული

🇦🇿 ləğv edilmiş

🇲🇽 anulado

Etymology

The word 'overruled' comes from the English verb 'overrule' which has its origins dating back to the late Middle Ages. The term is a compound of 'over' meaning 'above' or 'in excess,' and 'rule' from the Old French 'reule,' derived from Latin 'regula,' which means 'a rule' or 'a standard.' Legal contexts have slimmed down its use primarily to court settings where legal authorities make decisions. As legal systems evolved in England and later in other jurisdictions, the process of overruling became a critical aspect of jurisprudence, ensuring that no single judgment stands unchallenged. Usage in broader contexts, such as business or parliamentary procedure, has further solidified its relevance in contemporary English.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,808 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.