rule

• Substantivo que designa um princípio, regra ou orientação que regula o comportamento, as ações ou os procedimentos.

A noun referring to a principle, regulation, or guideline that governs behavior, actions, or procedures.

1. Regulation or guidelineA2formal

   A principle or instruction that states how something should be done, often in games, organizations, or society.

   Regra

   • You must follow the rules of the game.
   • The school has strict rules about uniforms.
   • Breaking traffic rules can be dangerous.

   Sinônimosdirectiveguidelineinstructionlawordinancepreceptprincipleregulationstandardstatute

   Antônimosanarchychaosdisorder

2. Customary practiceB1formal

   A usual or accepted way of behaving or doing something.

   Costume

   • As a rule, we eat dinner at 7 PM.
   • It's the rule to tip waiters in this restaurant.
   • He follows the golden rule of treating others kindly.

   Sinônimosconventioncustomhabitnormpracticeroutinetraditionusagewont

   Antônimosanomalydeviationexception

3. Government or authorityB2formal

   The exercise of power or control over a country or group.

   Governo

   • The country was under colonial rule for centuries.
   • They fought against the oppressive rule of the dictator.
   • During his rule, the economy improved significantly.

   Sinônimosauthoritycommandcontroldominiongovernancejurisdictionpowersovereignty

   Antônimosanarchychaosdisorder

• Verbo que indica exercer poder, autoridade ou controle sobre algo ou alguém, tomar decisões ou governar; também pode significar prevalecer ou dominar.

A verb used to indicate exercising authority, making decisions, or governing.

1. Govern or controlB1formal

   To exercise authority or control over a country, organization, or people.

   Governar

   • The king ruled the kingdom wisely for many years.
   • She rules her company with a firm hand.
   • The president ruled the nation during a difficult time.

   Sinônimosadministercommandcontroldirectdominategovernleadmanageoverseereign

   Antônimosfollowobeyservesubmit

2. Decide officiallyB2formal

   To make an official decision or judgment, especially in a court of law.

   Decidir oficialmente

   • The judge ruled in favor of the defendant.
   • The court ruled the contract invalid.
   • The referee ruled it a foul play.

   Sinônimosadjudicatedecidedecreedeterminefindholdjudgepronounce

3. Be dominantB2informal

   To have a powerful influence or be the main feature.

   Dominar

   • Fear ruled his heart after the accident.
   • Silence ruled the room during the announcement.
   • Greed rules the financial markets.

   Sinônimosdominatehold swaypredominateprevailreign

   Antônimosfollowobeysubmityield

Variantes phrasalrule inrule out