We will not have this man to reign over us. --Luke
xix. 14.
Shall Banquo's issue ever Reign in this kingdom?
--Shak.
2. Hence, to be predominant; to prevail. ``Pestilent diseases
which commonly reign in summer.'' --Bacon.
3. To have superior or uncontrolled dominion; to rule.
Let not sin therefore reign in your mortal body.
--Rom. vi. 12.
Syn: To rule; govern; direct; control; prevail.