edictal

edɪktəl

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling an edict, especially a law or decree issued by a sovereign or other authority

“The edictal system of law was prevalent in medieval Europe.”

2. noun

a decree or law issued by a sovereign or other authority

“The king issued an edictal to reform the tax system.”

Synonyms

  • decree
  • ordinance

Antonyms

  • optional
  • voluntary