Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
edict
noun
ˈiː.dɪkt
Definition
An official order or proclamation issued by a person in authority.
Examples
- The king issued an edict to ban all public gatherings.
- In ancient Rome, an edict was often used to announce new laws.
- The mayor’s edict aimed to improve the local environment.
Meaning
An edict is a formal command that is usually issued by a government or authoritative figure. It is a way of communicating rules or directives that are expected to be followed.
Synonyms
- decree
- command
- directive
- proclamation
- order
