governed
/ˈɡʌvərnd/
verb
- Past tense of govern: to rule, control, or direct the actions and affairs of a country, organization, or group of people.
- The board of directors governed the company according to strict ethical guidelines.
- The queen governed the kingdom wisely for over fifty years.
- For centuries, the empire was governed by a series of powerful emperors.
- Past tense of govern: to control or influence something, such as a process, behavior, or decision.
- His actions were governed by a strong sense of duty.
- The speed of the reaction is governed by temperature and pressure.
- Strict safety protocols governed every step of the experiment.
Synonyms
adjective
- Controlled or influenced by a particular rule, principle, or factor.
- Her choices were governed more by emotion than by logic.
- The machine's output is governed by a simple timer.
- A well-governed society relies on the rule of law.