Definitions

1. noun

The act of enacting or the state of being enacted.

“The government’s new policy was the result of a long and contentious enactment process.”

2. noun

A law or a regulation passed by a legislative body.

“The new tax laws were the result of a long and heated enactment debate in Congress.”

3. noun

A performance or presentation, especially of a play or a drama.

“The theatrical enactment of the classic novel was a huge success.”

4. verb

To give force and effect to (a law or a regulation) by passing it through a legislative body.

“The lawmakers worked tirelessly to enact new policies to address the economic crisis.”

5. verb

To give a dramatic or theatrical representation of (something).

“The director worked with the actors to enact the complex storyline of the movie.”