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GOVERN

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Govern.

How to pronounce govern:

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Govern - as a verb

Bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations

Example: "We cannot regulate the way people dress"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
orderregulariseregularizeregulate
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decidedeterminemake up one's mind
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Direct or strongly influence the behavior of

Example: "His belief in god governs his conduct"

Exercise authority over; as of nations

Example: "Who is governing the country now?"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rule
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
commandcontrol
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Require to be in a certain grammatical case, voice, or mood

Example: "Most transitive verbs govern the accusative case in german"

Govern - as a noun

The act of governing

Example Sentences

"The president is elected to govern the country."
"The board of directors governs the organization."
"Laws are in place to govern human behavior."
"Local councils govern the administration of cities."
"Parents must govern their children's behavior."
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Word Game Points

Is GOVERN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, govern is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GOVERN has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is GOVERN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, govern is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GOVERN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is GOVERN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, govern is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GOVERN has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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