What is "dictate" in English? Definition and Explanations

Meaning of "dictate": an authoritative rule

Noun

Pronunciation in US: /ˈdɪkˌteɪt/

Pronunciation in UK: /ˌdɪkˈteɪt/

Meaning of "dictate": issue commands or orders for

Verb

Pronunciation in US: /ˈdɪkˌteɪt/

Pronunciation in UK: /ˌdɪkˈteɪt/

Meaning of "dictate": a guiding principle

Noun

Pronunciation in US: /ˈdɪkˌteɪt/

Pronunciation in UK: /ˌdɪkˈteɪt/

Meaning of "dictate": say out loud for the purpose of recording

Verb

Pronunciation in US: /ˈdɪkˌteɪt/

Pronunciation in UK: /ˌdɪkˈteɪt/

Meaning of "dictate": rule as a dictator

Verb

Pronunciation in US: /ˈdɪkˌteɪt/

Pronunciation in UK: /ˌdɪkˈteɪt/

Synonyms:

edict, precept, fiat, statute, direction, ultimatum, word, requirement, ordinance, injunction, decree, behest, code, principle, bidding, mandate, dictum, law, order, impose, prescribe, guide, govern, control, decree, set, lead, bid, manage, pronounce, direct, rule, ordain, charge, regiment, enjoin, instruct, bulldoze, order, lay down, call the shots, call the play, call the tune, lay down the law, put foot down, read the riot act, take the reins, walk heavy, speak, orate, compose, formulate, deliver, verbalize, transmit, say, interview, utter, emit, talk, draft correspondence, give account, give forth, prepare draft,

Antonyms:

answer, lawlessness, request, question, disallow, implore, request, mismanage, ask, withhold, conceal, refrain, implore, request, ask,