Vocabulary Entry

dictate

|verb • noun

verb

To say or read aloud something that needs to be written down or recorded.

Example Sentences

"The teacher dictated the instructions for the assignment to the class."

"She decided to dictate her memoir instead of writing it herself."

"The doctor will dictate your medical notes after the appointment."

noun

Example Sentences

"The manager's dictate left no room for discussion among the team members."

"He followed the dictate of the law to ensure compliance."

"Her dictate was clear: all budget proposals had to be submitted by Friday."