diktat

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The definition of a diktat is a strict order.

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An example of diktat is the Treaty of Versailles.

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noun

an authoritarian decree, order, or policy

Origin: Ger

See diktat in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
  1. A harsh, unilaterally imposed settlement with a defeated party.
  2. An authoritative or dogmatic statement or decree.

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Origin: German

Origin: , from Latin dictātum

Origin: , from

Origin: neuter past participle of dictāre, to dictate; see dictate

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