Pronunciation: /oʊvərˈraɪdɪŋ/
verb present participle of override
A1 The mother's love for her child is overriding.
A2 His fear of heights was overriding his desire to climb the mountain.
B1 The need for safety is overriding the need for speed in this project.
B2 The CEO's decision was overriding all other opinions in the board meeting.
C1 The judge's ruling was overriding previous legal precedents.
C2 The president's executive order was overriding the decision of Congress.
adjective having superior power or influence
A1 The overriding goal of the project is to improve access to clean water.
A2 Safety is the overriding concern when it comes to outdoor activities.
B1 The overriding factor in their decision was cost-effectiveness.
B2 The CEO's overriding priority is to increase company profits.
C1 The government's overriding responsibility is to protect its citizens.
C2 The judge's overriding concern is to ensure justice is served.
formal The overriding concern of the company is to maximize profits.
informal The most important thing for the company is to make as much money as possible.
slang The company's main goal is to rake in the dough.
figurative Profit is the king ruling over all decisions in the company.
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