fiat — an authoritative decree or command
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an authoritative decree or command
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfaɪæt/
Korean meaning: 권위적인 명령, 칙령
Korean pronunciation: **파이**엇
Example Sentences
- The principal's fiat banned all sugary snacks, causing a rebellion among students who smuggled candy like contraband.
- Mom's dinner fiat was clear: 'No dessert until you finish your vegetables.'
- The judge ruled by fiat that all evidence obtained illegally would be excluded from the trial.
fiat
NOUN//ˈfaɪæt//
an authoritative decree or command
a king sits on his elaborate throne raising his golden scepter high in the air. His mouth is open mid-proclamation with a stern, decisive expression on his face. Immediately, royal guards snap to attention and bow their heads respectfully. Court officials quickly grab scrolls and quills to record the royal command. Several nobles and servants throughout the throne room stop their conversations and turn toward the king with serious expressions. an authoritative decree being commanded with absolute power
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Origin
From Latin 'fiat' meaning 'let it be done' or 'let it happen,' famously used in the Biblical phrase 'fiat lux' (let there be light) when God created light through divine command.
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“The principal's fiat banned all sugary snacks, causing a rebellion among students who smuggled candy like contraband.”
“Mom's dinner fiat was clear: 'No dessert until you finish your vegetables.'”
“The judge ruled by fiat that all evidence obtained illegally would be excluded from the trial.”
“The company's new policy came down as a fiat from upper management without any consultation.”
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