Decree and Word

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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

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Word is a synonym for decree in mandate topic. In some cases you can use "Word" instead a noun "Decree".

Nearby Words: decreed, decreeing

Word noun - A statement of what to do that must be obeyed by those concerned.

Usage example: the troops waited for their commanding officer to give the word

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Decree is a synonym for word in command topic. Sometimes you can use "Decree" instead a noun "Word".

Nearby Words: wordy, wordless, wording, worded, wordily

The King decides to hold him to his word, and issues a royal decree to that effect.

Source: Disney / Cinderella
I Gave My Word: No matter how often Melissa claims serving Louie is against her will, she remains true to fulfilling Mylee's decree; even going so far as to remain at his side during a cave-in, despite him telling her to leave for her own safety.

Source: Anime / Rune Soldier Louie

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Word or Decree. 2016. Accessed August 16, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/decree/word.

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