decree — an official order issued by a legal authority
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an official order issued by a legal authority
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈkri/
Example Sentences
- The mayor decreed that all citizens must smile at least once per day or face a fine.
- The university issued a decree requiring students to attend all classes.
- By royal decree, all cats in the kingdom must wear tiny crowns on Sundays.
decree
NOUN[/dɪˈkri/]
an official order issued by a legal authority
Royal official order from authority
Judge shouts 'DE-CREE!' - his decree echoes with authority!
The decree holds the key to set you free!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'decretum,' the past participle of 'decernere' meaning 'to decide or determine.' The word entered English through Old French 'decret' during the medieval period.
Breakdown
de- (away, from) + cernere (to decide/sift) = decretum (decided matter) → decree (an official decision or order)
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📝Examples
“The mayor decreed that all citizens must smile at least once per day or face a fine.”
“The university issued a decree requiring students to attend all classes.”
“By royal decree, all cats in the kingdom must wear tiny crowns on Sundays.”
“The court decree stated that the property should be divided equally.”
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