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override vs overthrow

overthrow vs override

override and overthrow both are nouns.

override and overthrow both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
override Yes No Yes No
overthrow Yes No Yes No
As verbs, override and overthrow are synonyms defined as:
  • override and overthrow: rule against
Other synonyms of override include overrule, overturn, reverse.
override (noun) overthrow (noun)
the act of nullifying; making null and void; counteracting or overriding the effect or force of something the termination of a ruler or institution (especially by force)
a manually operated device to correct the operation of an automatic device the act of disturbing the mind or body
override (verb) overthrow (verb)
rule against rule against
ride (a horse) too hard cause the downfall of; of rulers
counteract the normal operation of (an automatic gear shift in a vehicle)
prevail over
Difference between override and overthrow

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