Edict
By: Stephen Welsh
Definition
n. A decree or proclamation issued by an authority
Synonym
- Commandment
- Decree
- Proclamation
Antonym
- Request
- Asking
- Permission
Sentences
- Johnny was nervous when waiting for the kings edict as he knew he would be ordered to go to war.
- The courtroom edict was fantastic news for gay couples as they declared gay marriage to be legal in America.
Egypt presidential decree causes public outcry