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decree vs determine

determine vs decree

decree is a noun but determine is not a noun.

decree and determine both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
decree Yes No Yes No
determine No No Yes No
As verbs, determine is a hypernym of decree; that is, determine is a word with a broader meaning than decree:
  • decree: decide with authority
  • determine: reach, make, or come to a decision about something
Other hypernyms of decree include decide, make up one's mind.
decree (noun) determine (noun)
a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge)
decree (verb) determine (verb)
decide with authority reach, make, or come to a decision about something
issue a decree fix conclusively or authoritatively
shape or influence; give direction to
fix in scope; fix the boundaries of
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study
find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
decide upon or fix definitely
settle conclusively; come to terms
Difference between decree and determine

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