decree
Pronunciation: [dɪˈkriː]
Word
Context: “law or governance”
(noun) a decree is an official order or decision made by a leader or government. It’s like a rule that everyone must follow.
Example
The mayor issued a decree to clean up the park.
Example
There was no decree from the government allowing the event to take place.
Example
What does the new decree say about noise levels at night?
Context: “law or governance”
(verb) to decree means to officially decide or order something. This is often done by someone in power.
Example
The government decreed that all schools would remain closed for the winter break.
Example
The council did not decree any new laws before the end of the session.
Example
Did the president decree any changes to the policy?
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