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dic·tum
(dĭk'təm) Pronunciation Key
n. pl. dic·ta (-tə) or dic·tums
- An authoritative, often formal pronouncement: "He cites Augustine's dictum that 'If you understand it, it is not God'"(Joseph Sobran).
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoDefinition: an authoritative announcement; a judge's ruling or statement
Example sentence: One of Einstein's dictums was to make everything as simple as possible, but no simpler.
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∙ 11y agoDictum means a formal pronouncement from an authoritative source
Sentence: Dictum that power tames.
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∙ 15y agoits a noun- a formal statement of principle.
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∙ 12y agoThe judge who sat on Muir and Palmer, the famous Braxfield, let fall from the bench an obiter dictum.
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Is dictum non authority?
No, dictum is actually very authoritative. It describes an announcement that is given by someone that has authority and power over other people.
What is the meaning of ober dictum?
A mispronunciation of "obiter dictum" by someone who uses big words without determining correct details. I have also heard it mangled as "obenedictum".
What is the plural of dicta?
The word "dicta" is a Latin plural. The singular is dictum.
What is the root word to predictable?
pre-dict-able "dict" is the root (from the Latin "dictum")
Who wrote dictum vidya dhanam sarva dhanal pradhanam?
Vallathol Narayana Menon
Can you put dictum in a sentence?
Dictum has six letter.
How do you use dictum as a sentence?
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How do you us the word dictum in a sentence?
A wedding is kind of dictum which mean formal in a way.
What is the plural of dictum?
The plural of dictum is dicta, or dictums
When did Dictum of Kenilworth happen?
Dictum of Kenilworth happened in 1266.
Is dictum primary authority?
no
How can write dictum in a sentence?
With a pen, or a pencil, or a typewriter. It would also probably help to have some idea what "dictum" means. I mean, you don't want to write a letter to your crush in which you say "I couldn't help but admire your luscious dictum" and have him or her slap you silly the next time he or she sees you.That's probably not what you meant to ask, but on the other hand I don't really know what you meant to ask, and you should probably try to work on that.
Can you show all sentences for the word dictum?
No because there might be hundreds. But here is one: He received the headmasters dictum with reluctance.
What is a judge's ruling or statement?
A judge's ruling is the final decision issued by a judge in a legal case. It determines the outcome of the case and often includes the judge's reasoning behind the decision. A judge's statement is any formal declaration made by a judge during court proceedings, which can range from clarifying legal principles to providing instructions to the parties involved.
What is the base word of predict?
dictum
Is dictum non authority?
No, dictum is actually very authoritative. It describes an announcement that is given by someone that has authority and power over other people.
What are synonyms of dictum?
Statement, announcement, opinion.
