overriding

[oh-ver-rahy-ding]

adjective

1. taking precedence over all other considerations.

overriding

/ ˌəʊvəˈraɪdɪŋ /

adjective

1. taking precedence

Word History and Origins

Origin of overriding¹

First recorded in 1820–30; override + -ing ²

Example Sentences

Under its housing reforms, it wants to simplify the planning system to speed up house-building on smaller sites by overriding existing habitat and nature protections.

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Critics argue that supporting the measure undermines the very nonpartisan redistricting reforms that voters previously championed and that overriding the commission’s work sets a dangerous precedent.

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One overriding factor is a process that has unfolded over the past 50 or more years called political nationalization.

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All of which belies the overriding image of inclusion touted by advocacy groups.

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It's a stunning piece of writing, specific yet universal, that establishes grief as the overriding theme of Burns' second album.

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Related Words

• main 
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• prevailing 
• ultimate