Ruling
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɹuːlɪŋ/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Ruling is an adjective meaning That rules; predominant; chief; reigning; controlling.
Meaning
That rules; predominant; chief; reigning; controlling.
More Meanings
- An order or a decision on a point of law from someone in authority.
- present participle and gerund of rule
Example Sentences
a ruling passion
the ruling monarch
These orders are now cancelled as a result of the Minister's ruling.
Zhou Zhongxiao, 30, an executive at an online dating site in Beijing, said his participation in the China Democratic League had provided an outlet for promoting his pet project: the preservation of traditional wedding rituals. “We provide a useful service by helping the ruling party govern the country,” he said, adding with impatience, “Why does a party always have to be seeking political power?”
Word Forms
- rulings
Synonyms for ruling
Depending on context, synonyms include commandment, edict, order, rule, govern, regnant.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include reigning, regnant, opinion, powerful, domination, authority.
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