RULE


Meaning of RULE in English

n.

Function: verb

1

Synonyms: GOVERN 1, overrule, reign, sway

Related Words: guide, lead

2 to hold preeminence in (as by ability, strength, or position) FF1C; an actor who rightfully rules the Shakespearian stage FF1E;

Synonyms: dominate, domineer, predominate, preponderate, prevail, reign

Related Words: guide, lead; preside

Idioms: be number one, take first place (in or on)

3

Synonyms: DECIDE , conclude, determine, figure, resolve, settle

Related Words: deduce, gather, infer, judge

Merriam Webster. Collegiate thesaurus English dictionary.      Английский энциклопедический толковый словарь тезауруса.