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DECREE

(noun, verb)

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There are 3 meanings of the word Decree.

How to pronounce decree:

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Decree - as a noun

A legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge)

Example: "A friend in new mexico said that the order caused no trouble out there"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
edict8fiat7order6rescript12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
act5enactment13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Decree - as a verb

Issue a decree

Example: "The king only can decree"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
declare10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Decide with authority

Example: "The king decreed that all firstborn males should be killed"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rule4
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decide10determine12make up one's mind
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The king issued a decree that all taxes must be paid by the end of the month."
"According to the decree, all employees must attend the mandatory training session."
"The judge's decree stated that the property should be divided equally between the siblings."
"The government's decree banned the use of plastic bags in the entire country."
"The company's new decree allows employees to work from home on Fridays."
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Word Game Points

Is DECREE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, decree is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DECREE has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is DECREE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, decree is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DECREE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is DECREE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, decree is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DECREE has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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