Assertion and Dictum

Assertion

Assertion noun - A solemn and often public declaration of the truth or existence of something.

Dictum is a synonym for assertion in pronouncement topic. In some cases you can use "Dictum" instead a noun "Assertion".

Dictum

Dictum noun - An authoritative declaration.
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Synonyms for Dictum

Assertion is a synonym for dictum in pronouncement topic. You can use "Assertion" instead a noun "Dictum", if it concerns topics such as decree.

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