Override (Noun)

Meaning ¹

The act of nullifying; making null and void; counteracting or overriding the effect or force of something.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

• Nullification

Hypernyms

• Change Of State

Hyponyms

• Neutralization
• Vitiation
• Counteraction
• Cancellation

Related Words

• Override (verb)

Meaning ²

A manually operated device to correct the operation of an automatic device.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

• The emergency override switch allowed the pilot to regain control of the aircraft from the autopilot system.
• The car's automatic transmission had a manual override feature that allowed the driver to shift gears quickly when needed.
• The building's climate control system had a manual override feature that allowed the maintenance staff to make adjustments as needed.
• The override button on the elevator control panel allowed the firefighters to take control of the elevator and evacuate the building quickly.
• The override lever on the factory machinery allowed the operator to manually stop the machine in case of an emergency.