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
Instruction is a synonym for decree in order topic. In some cases you can use "Instruction" instead a noun "Decree", when it comes to topics like mandate.
Instruction
Instruction noun - A statement of what to do that must be obeyed by those concerned.
Usage example: needed an administrative assistant who was good at following instructions
Decree is a synonym for instruction in order topic. Sometimes you can use "Decree" instead a noun "Instruction".
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