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papal bull vs decree

decree vs papal bull

papal bull and decree both are nouns.

papal bull is not a verb while decree is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
papal bull Yes No No No
decree Yes No Yes No
As nouns, decree is a hypernym of papal bull; that is, decree is a word with a broader meaning than papal bull:
  • papal bull: a formal proclamation issued by the pope (usually written in antiquated characters and sealed with a leaden bulla)
  • decree: a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge)
Other hypernyms of papal bull include edict, fiat, order, rescript.
papal bull (noun) decree (noun)
a formal proclamation issued by the pope (usually written in antiquated characters and sealed with a leaden bulla) a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge)
papal bull (verb) decree (verb)
decide with authority
issue a decree
Difference between papal bull and decree

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