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Definition dictate in American English

dictate verb

verb
/ˈdɪkˌteɪt/

▪ circumstances, custom, fashion, logic, sense

1

to influence or control how something is done

Example

Their choice was dictated by political circumstances.

Example

Common sense dictates that we approach her with caution.

Synonyms and related words
affect shape impact
2

to tell someone exactly what to do and how to behave

Example

The new republics are in no position to dictate terms to Moscow.

Example

Don't try to dictate what I read.

Synonyms and related words
order order around tell
3

to say the words of a document that someone else will write or type for you

Example

I have letters to dictate to my secretary before I leave.

Synonyms and related words
typing dictation type
Definition dictate in American English