govern

verb

How many syllables in govern?

There are 2 syllables in the word govern.

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Divide govern into syllables:

gov · ern

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

forego

frustrate

give up

give way

halt

idle

ignore

leave

let go

mismanage

neglect

obey

overlook

permit

refrain

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