Government Decision Making

verb to rule against or decide against something

adjective having the power to make a final decision or judgment

• The judge issued a ruling overruling the objection made by the defense attorney.
• I can't believe the teacher overruled our request for an extension on the assignment.
• The boss totally overruled my idea for the new project.
• Sometimes our emotions can overrule our logic in decision-making.

noun a decision or statement made by a judge or court

adjective having the power to control or influence

• The judge issued a ruling in favor of the plaintiff.
• Did you hear about the court ruling on that case?
• The ruling totally threw everyone for a loop.
• His ruling on the matter was like a final stamp of approval.