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govern - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
govern
Definition
(verb) bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations
Synonyms
:
order
,
regularise
,
regularize
,
regulate
Example Sentence
We cannot regulate the way people dress
This town likes to regulate
Definition
(verb) direct or strongly influence the behavior of
Example Sentence
His belief in God governs his conduct
Definition
(verb) exercise authority over; as of nations
Synonyms
:
rule
Example Sentence
Who is governing the country now?
Definition
(verb) require to be in a certain grammatical case, voice, or mood
Example Sentence
most transitive verbs govern the accusative case in German
Word used in video below:
text: I don't want their type to govern Harlan
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