oversway

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Definition of oversway in English English dictionary

To hold sway over; to have power or dominion over, to rule, govern

the Presidents authoritie so overswayed the discretion of Master Scrivener, that our store, our time, our strength and labours were idely consumed to fulfill his phantasies.

To overpower, overwhelm

To cause (someone, someone's thoughts or intentions etc.) to go in a particular direction; to influence

To overrule

{v} to overrule, govern, dissuade

To bear sway over

Etymology

() From over- +‎ sway.