Synonyms: nullification, override
Definition: the act of nullifying; making null and void; counteracting or overriding the effect or force of something
Similar words: change of state
Definition: the act of changing something into something different in essential characteristics
Synonyms: override
Definition: a manually operated device to correct the operation of an automatic device
Similar words: device
Definition: an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose
Usage: the device is small enough to wear on your wrist; a device intended to conserve water
Synonyms: overthrow, overturn, override, overrule, reverse
Definition: rule against
Usage: The Republicans were overruled when the House voted on the bill
Definition: decide with authority
Usage: The King decreed that all firstborn males should be killed
Synonyms: override
Definition: ride (a horse) too hard
Definition: sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions
Usage: She never sat a horse!; Did you ever ride a camel?; The girl liked to drive the young mare
Synonyms: override
Definition: counteract the normal operation of (an automatic gear shift in a vehicle)
Similar words: counteract, counterbalance, countervail, neutralize
Definition: oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions
Usage: This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues
Synonyms: override
Definition: prevail over
Usage: health considerations override financial concerns
Similar words: predominate, prevail, reign, dominate, rule
Definition: be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance
Usage: Money reigns supreme here; Hispanics predominate in this neighborhood