govern
/ˈɡʌvərn/
gov · ern
ˈɡʌv · ərn
English Definition
v. to conduct the policy, actions, and affairs of a state, organization, or people
Significado en Español
gobernar, administrar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
cai trị, quản lý
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the best synonym for the word “govern”:
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A
obey
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B
follow
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C
submit
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D
rule
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D — rule.
“govern” means v. to conduct the policy, actions, and affairs of a state, organization, or people
Common questions about “govern”
What does “govern” mean?
govern — v. to conduct the policy, actions, and affairs of a state, organization, or people. In Chinese: 治理，管理.
How do you pronounce “govern”?
govern is pronounced /ˈɡʌvərn/. It breaks into 2 syllables: gov · ern.
Is “govern” an ISEE Basic-level word?
Yes. govern appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
