fiat

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge)

Etymology

From Latin fīat (“let it be done”).

In classic literature

Synonyms

decree, edict, order, rescript

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