decalogue

/dɛkəˈloʊɡ, dɪk-/

Definitions

1. noun

a set of ten fundamental principles or laws, especially the Ten Commandments of the Bible

“The decalogue is a cornerstone of Jewish and Christian ethics.”

2. noun

a series of ten items or units, especially a set of rules or principles

“The new software update includes a decalogue of user-friendly features.”

Synonyms

  • commandments
  • decree

Antonyms

  • licence
  • permissiveness