Rule and Superintend

Rule

Rule verb - To exercise authority or power over.
Usage example: a sea captain who ruled his ship sternly but justly

Superintend and rule are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Superintend" instead a verb "Rule".

Nearby Words: ruling, ruler, ruled

Superintend

Superintend verb - To be in charge of.
Usage example: superintends the construction of all scenery at the summer theater
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Rule and superintend are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Rule" instead a verb "Superintend".

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