Overridden method

Definition

An overridden method in Java refers to a method that is redefined in a subclass, having the same name, return type, and parameters as the method in the superclass.

Related terms

Superclass:

A superclass refers to a class from which another class inherits properties and behaviors.

Subclass:

A subclass is a class that inherits properties and behaviors from a superclass.

Inheritance:

Inheritance is a mechanism in Java where one class acquires properties and behaviors of another class.