governs Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition verb. controls or directs a group or organization. Example Sentence The president governs the country. More Example Sentences She governs the club with great care. Synonyms rules; manages; directs Antonyms follows; submits; obeys Hear It! Say It! Write It! governs Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: