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fiat

The correct spelling is fiat.

How to pronounce fiat

noun

IPA: /ˈfaɪæt/

Say it like: Fia-t

The correct spelling is fiat. An arbitrary or authoritative command or order to do something; an effectual decree. For example: "A presidential fiat."

Usage Examples

A presidential fiat.

A government fiat.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.An arbitrary or authoritative command or order to do something; an effectual decree.
  2. 2.Authorization, permission or (official) sanction.
  3. 3.(English law) A warrant of a judge for certain processes.
  4. 4.(English law) An authority for certain proceedings given by the Lord Chancellor's signature.

verb

  1. 1.(used in academic debate and role-playing games) To make (something) happen.

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