decree vs edict

decree and edict both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
decree	Yes	No	Yes	No
edict	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, decree and edict are synonyms defined as:

decree and edict: a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge)

Other synonyms of decree include fiat, order, rescript.

decree (noun)	edict (noun)
a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge)	a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge)
	a formal or authoritative proclamation

decree (verb)	edict (verb)
decide with authority
issue a decree