Diktat — meaning in English

English meaning

• dictate verb To say words aloud for someone else to write down.
• dictation noun The act of speaking words aloud for someone to write down, or the words produced this way.
• diktat noun An order handed down by someone in power, without the agreement of the people it affects.

Senses

Diktat is used for these senses in English:

• dictate An order or command.
• diktat a harsh penalty or settlement imposed upon a defeated party by the victor
• diktat a dogmatic decree or command, especially issued by one who rules without popular consent

dictate — full definition

1. verb To say words aloud for someone else to write down.
2. verb To give orders or lay down terms with authority, often unfairly.
3. noun An authoritative command or requirement.

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