edict – an official order issued by a person in authority

(Pronounced ee-dikt)

To remember the definition of the word edict, use the following mnemonic:

Even the dictator (edict) was given an official order by someone in authority.

Examples of edict in a sentence

According to the edict, all citizens must pay taxes to the government.

The rebellious child went out of his way to disobey every edict issued by his teacher. 

The soldiers immediately obeyed their commanding officer’s edict.