(1):
(v. t.) To rule or determine in a contrary way; to decide against; to abrogate or alter; as, God overrules the purposes of men; the chairman overruled the point of order.
(2):
(v. t.) To supersede, reject, annul, or rule against; as, the plea, or the decision, was overruled by the court.
(3):
(v. i.) To be superior or supreme in rulling or controlling; as, God rules and overrules.
(4):
(v. t.) To rule over; to govern or determine by superior authority.