Definition of Govern
Govern
gov·ern
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
rule, regulate, or influence affairs or events of an area or of people;
e.g. The system that governs the country is not flawless, but works its best for the people.
(verb)
to restrain or control;
e.g. She tried to govern her emotions in front of the others, but soon she broke into tears.
(verb)
to control, prevail, or have a greater influence;
e.g. We must allow reason and logic to govern the situation.
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