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dictated

 

[ dɪkˈteɪtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

action of speaking

To dictate means to say something aloud for someone else to write down or to record. It can also refer to an authoritative order or command that must be followed.

Synonyms

command, enjoin, mandate, order

Examples of usage

  • The teacher dictated the notes to her students.
  • He dictated a letter to his assistant.
  • She was asked to dictate the policy changes.
  • The manager dictated the meeting agenda.
  • During the recording, he dictated his thoughts clearly.

Translations

Translations of the word "dictated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ditado

🇮🇳 निर्देशित

🇩🇪 diktiert

🇮🇩 diktat

🇺🇦 диктований

🇵🇱 dyktowany

🇯🇵 口述された

🇫🇷 dicté

🇪🇸 dictado

🇹🇷 dikte edilmiş

🇰🇷 지시된

🇸🇦 مُ dictate

🇨🇿 dictovaný

🇸🇰 diktovaný

🇨🇳 口述的

🇸🇮 diktiran

🇮🇸 diktuð

🇰🇿 диктованый

🇬🇪 დიკტირებული

🇦🇿 diktə olunmuş

🇲🇽 dictado

Word origin

The word 'dictate' originates from the Latin word 'dictare', which means 'to say out loud' or 'to prescribe'. It is a frequentative form of 'dicere', meaning 'to say' or 'to tell'. The term became influential in medieval times when scribes would 'dictate' letters and documents to be written down. The concept of dictation expanded in various fields, including law and education, as a way for individuals in authority to communicate decisions and instructions. Over time, the verb has adapted to encompass not only the act of verbal communication but also authority and control over decision-making.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,193 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.