CEFR C1

edict

noun

Meaning

An official order or proclamation issued by a person in authority.

Examples

The emperor issued an edict forbidding the practice of certain ancient rituals.
A new edict from the city council will restrict parking in the downtown area.

Synonyms: decree, proclamation, mandate, ordinance

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edict (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈiːdɪkt/

Definition

An official order or proclamation issued by a person in authority.

Examples

The emperor issued an edict forbidding the practice of certain ancient rituals.
A new edict from the city council will restrict parking in the downtown area.
Historically, many rulers governed their lands through a series of public edicts.

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