Dictate Definition & Meaning
dictate
- noun
- an authoritative rule
- a guiding principle; "the dictates of reason"
- verb
- issue commands or orders for
- say out loud for the purpose of recording; "He dictated a report to his secretary"
- rule as a dictator
"Dictate" in song lyrics
See how dictate is used in real songs:
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"I'm all about a government that citizens dictate"
Blue Scholars — Blue School -
"Forest Whitiker dictate"
Brother Ali — Champion Remix -
"And straight dictate"
Code Poets — Know Tomorrow
Words that rhyme with dictate
Usage tips for "dictate"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does dictate mean?
- an authoritative rule a guiding principle; "the dictates of reason" issue commands or orders for say out loud for the purpose of recording; "He dictated a report to his secretary" rule as a dictator
- What part of speech is dictate?
- Dictate is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does dictate have?
- Dictate has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).