Synonyms for prescript

Most common

rule · direction · decree · ordinance

All synonyms

Noun

Definitions

1. n. 1

   Something prescribed; a rule, regulation or dictate.

Forms

Plural

prescripts → rules, laws, directions, decrees…

Example sentences

• rule There are cases where the rule does not hold good.
• direction The plane flew away in the direction of Hong Kong.
• decree Don't ask questions! The decree comes from the top.
• ordinance From today on this ordinance is history.

Popularity over time

Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.

By length

3 letters

law¹

4 letters

rule¹

6 letters

decree²

7 letters

precept²

9 letters

direction³, ordinance³

The small number after each word is its number of syllables (decree² = 2 syllables).