Decree
Decree verb - To request the doing of by virtue of one's authority.
Usage example: the new supervisor decreed that thenceforth coffee breaks would have a 15-minute limit
Require is a synonym for decree in direct topic. In some cases you can use "Require" instead a verb "Decree", when it comes to topics like order rule or action.
Require
Require verb - To have as a requirement.
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- This meant that Kyoshi's decree carried the force of a divine commandment and, given the mechanics of Fire Nation loyalty, for a Firebender to turn against the Fire Lord would require foreswearing their loyalty to them, the Avatar, and Agni, the source of firebending himself.
Source: Fan Fic / Embers
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