I. verb
to promulgate expressly something to be followed, observed, obeyed, or accepted
the commission dictated the policies to be followed
Synonyms: decree, impose, lay down, ordain, prescribe, set
Related Word: control, direct, manage; guide, lead; govern, rule; say, tell, utter; bid, charge, command, enjoin, instruct, order
II. noun
Synonyms: command 1, behest, bidding, charge, injunction, mandate, order, word