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Synonyms of ruling

8 similar words

Another word for ruling is reigning. Other synonyms of ruling are regnant.

Synonyms and similar words for ruling

adjectiveThat rules; predominant; chief; reigning; controlling.

nounAn order or a decision on a point of law from someone in authority.

  • commandment
  • edictA proclamation of law or other authoritative command.
  • order
  • ruleThe act of ruling; administration of law; government; empire; authority; control.

Meaning of ruling

  1. adjective That rules; predominant; chief; reigning; controlling.
  2. noun An order or a decision on a point of law from someone in authority.

Full definition of ruling

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Questions about synonyms of ruling

What is another word for ruling?
Ruling has 8 synonyms on Word.ws, such as reigning and regnant.
What does ruling mean?
Ruling means that rules; predominant; chief; reigning; controlling.

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