govern
verbHow many syllables in govern?
There are 2 syllables in the word govern.How to pronounce govern:
Definition of govern:
- govern (verb):
- to exercise continuous sovereign authority over
- to control and direct the making and administration of policy in
- bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations.
- to direct and control the policy and affairs of (a country or an organization)
Synonyms for govern:
administer
be in power over
boss
call the shots
call the tune
command
conduct
control
decide
determine
dictate
direct
district
dominate
domineer
guide
handle
hold sway over
lead
make up one's mind
manage
order
oversee
preside (over)
regularise
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Antonyms for govern:
abandon
acquiesce
agree
allow
cease
comply
consent
deny
fail
follow
forego
frustrate
give up
give way
halt
idle
ignore
leave
let go
mismanage
neglect
obey
overlook
permit
refrain
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Syllable Fun Fact
In non-linear phonology, the syllable is seen not as a linear sequence but as a hierarchical structure of constituents.
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