Words Like DECREE

We have put together a list of words that are similar to DECREE.

17 Alternative Words Similar to decree

1 Edict Noun      Synonym Words Like Edict
2 Fiat Noun      Synonym Words Like Fiat
3 Order Noun      Synonym Words Like Order
4 Rescript Noun      Synonym Words Like Rescript
5 Act Noun      Synonym Words Like Act
6 Enactment Noun      Synonym Words Like Enactment
7 Rule Verb      Synonym Words Like Rule
8 Decide Verb      Synonym Words Like Decide
9 Declare Verb      Synonym Words Like Declare
10 Determine Verb      Synonym Words Like Determine
11 Decreeing Verb-transitive      Form Words Like Decreeing
12 Ordain Verb-transitive      Synonym Words Like Ordain
13 Enact Verb      Hyponym Words Like Enact
14 Reverse Verb      Hyponym Words Like Reverse
15 Stay Noun      Hyponym Words Like Stay
16 Curfew Noun      Hyponym Words Like Curfew
17 Programma Noun      Hyponym Words Like Programma

2 examples of decree

1 the decrees of ecclesiastical councils
2 a court decrees a restoration of property

10 definitions of decree

1 An order from one having authority, deciding what is to be done by a subordinate; also, a determination by one having power, deciding what is to be done or to take place; edict, law; authoritative ru�� decision.
2 A decision, order, or sentence, given in a cause by a court of equity or admiralty.
3 A determination or judgment of an umpire on a case submitted to him.
4 An edict or law made by a council for regulating any business within their jurisdiction.
5 To determine judicially by authority, or by decree; to constitute by edict; to appoint by decree or law; to determine; to order; to ordain.
6 To ordain by fate.
7 To make decrees; -- used absolutely.
8 issue a decree
9 decide with authority
10 a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge)
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