overrule

To rule over; to govern or determine by superior authority.

To rule or determine in a contrary way; to decide against; to abrogate or alter.

His passion and animosity overruled his conscience.

To nullify a previous ruling by a higher power.

The line judge signalled the ball was in, but this was overruled by the umpire.

Tali: It's my father. He's the senior member of the Admiralty Board. He's one of only five people who can overrule the decisions of the Conclave for the good of the Migrant Fleet. Tali: My father is responsible for the lives of seventeen million people -- our entire race is in his hands. And I'm his only child.

To dismiss or throw out (a protest or objection) at a court.