Examples of “decree” in a Sentence

noun An official order or law issued by an authority.

• A new decree from the council closed the old market square.
• The emperor's decree was read aloud in every town.
• The king issued a decree banning the export of grain.

noun A formal ruling handed down by a court, especially in matters of equity, admiralty, or probate.

• The judge signed the decree after hearing both sides of the dispute.
• The court's decree settled who would inherit the estate.
• The couple's divorce became final once the decree was granted.

verb To officially order or command something.

• The queen decreed that the festival should be held every spring.
• The council decreed a ban on cars in the old town.
• The government decreed a nationwide curfew during the emergency.