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govern

verb

/ˈɡʌvərn/

Meaning

to control and direct the public policy and affairs of a state, organization, or people

The president governs the country wisely.

rule, control, manage, lead

obey, follow, submit

govern wisely, govern effectively, self-govern, governing body, good governance

to discharge or pour out; to vomit; to give up reluctantly

To speak or perform without preparation; improvise.

to make something by putting materials together; to construct

to commit to and begin a task or project; to take on responsibility

to clean by brushing; to move quickly and smoothly

to strike; to reach a target