dictate
/ˈdɪkˌteɪt/
an order or principle that must be obeyed
dictate in a sentence
“Fashion dictates changed dramatically each season.”
Origin of dictate
Latin dictare (say often, prescribe), frequentative of dicere (to say)
Related Words
fiat
a formal authorization or decree; an arbitrary order
usurp
to take a position of power illegally or by force
totalitarianism
a system of government that is centralized and dictatorial and requires complete subservience
anarchy
a state of disorder due to absence or nonrecognition of authority
hegemony
leadership or dominance, especially of one nation over others
sovereignty
supreme power or authority; self-governance