decree (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: [dɪˈkriː]

Definition

An official order or decision, usually made by a government, king, or other authority, that has the force of law.

Examples

• The government issued a decree banning all public gatherings.

• By decree, the new policy will take effect immediately.

• The court's decree ordered the company to pay damages.

How to Use decree

decree that (prepositional phrase)

To officially order or decide that a particular thing will happen. — "The law decreed that all citizens must be educated."

decree of (prepositional phrase)

An official order or decision concerning a specific matter. — "The decree of divorce was finalized yesterday."

Synonyms of decree

Words with a similar meaning to decree:

• order
• command
• edict
• pronouncement

Antonyms of decree

Words with the opposite meaning to decree:

• request
• suggestion
• plea

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