decree - Similar and Opposite Words

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Noun

a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge)

Synonyms

• decree
• edict
• fiat
• order
• rescript

More generic

• act
• enactment

More specific

• ban
• bull
• consent decree
• curfew
• decree nisi
• imperial decree
• judicial separation
• legal separation
• papal bull
• programma
• prohibition
• proscription
• stay

Verb

decide with authority

Synonyms

• decree
• rule

More generic

• decide
• determine
• make up one's mind

More specific

• override
• overrule
• overthrow
• overturn
• reverse
• rule in
• rule out

Verb

issue a decree

Synonyms

• decree

More generic

• declare

More specific

• enact
• ordain

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