1. to reject or reverse a decision made by someone with less authority
Usage: legal; formal
2. to use one’s authority to reject someone’s decision or opinion

Examples

• The judge overruled the lawyer’s objection during the trial.
• The Supreme Court overruled the lower court’s decision.
• My parents overruled my choice of college and insisted I attend locally.
• The committee’s recommendation was overruled by the board of directors.
• The referee’s call was overruled by the head official.
• She tried to leave early, but her boss overruled her request.