law (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /lɔː/

Definition

A rule made by a government or other authority that people must follow.

Examples

• It is against the law to steal.

• The new law will protect the environment.

• He studied law at university.

How to Use law

law against (prepositional phrase)

A rule that forbids a specific action. — "There is a law against littering in the park."

law of (prepositional phrase)

A fundamental principle or rule governing a system or behavior. — "The law of gravity affects everything on Earth."

Synonyms of law

Words with a similar meaning to law:

• rule
• regulation
• statute

Antonyms of law

Words with the opposite meaning to law:

• anarchy
• disorder

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