Decree
Decree noun - A statement of what to do that must be obeyed by those concerned.
Usage example: the boss doesn't give out many decrees, but he does expect those that are issued to be fully obeyed
Edict is a synonym for decree in law topic. In some cases you can use "Edict" instead a noun "Decree", when it comes to topics like judgment, order, mandate, rule. popular alternative
Edict
Edict noun - An order publicly issued by an authority.
Usage example: the school board's edict put a new student dress code into effect
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