Decree

Quick meaning: Decree is a noun meaning An edict or law.

Meaning

An edict or law.

More Meanings

1. (law) The judicial decision in a litigated cause rendered by a court of equity.
2. (law) The determination of a cause in a court of admiralty or court of probate.
3. (religion) A predetermination made by God; an act of providence.
4. To command by a decree.

Example Sentences

A court decrees a restoration of property.

Poor hand, why quiverest thou at this decree?

Thou shalt also decree a thing, and it shall be established unto thee.

There went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed.

Word Forms

• decrees
• decreeing
• decreed

Synonyms for decree

Depending on context, synonyms include enact, ordain, edict, order, rule, rescript.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include edict, rule, fiat, rescript, order, judgement.

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