dictate
/ˈdɪkteɪt/
dic · tate
ˈdɪk · teɪt
English Definition
v. give orders, command; say aloud
Significado en Español
dictar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
đọc chính tả, ra lệnh
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Example Sentence
Don't let fear dictate your choices.
别让恐惧支配你的选择。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
dict(say)+ate(verb).
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is closest in meaning to “dictate”.
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A
command
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B
request
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C
whisper
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D
refuse
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A — command.
“dictate” means v. give orders, command; say aloud
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
A good leader should guide the team, not simply ______ every single move.
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A
dictate
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B
obey
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C
follow
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D
request
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A — dictate.
“dictate” means v. give orders, command; say aloud
Common questions about “dictate”
What does “dictate” mean?
dictate — v. give orders, command; say aloud. In Chinese: 口述，命令.
How do you pronounce “dictate”?
dictate is pronounced /ˈdɪkteɪt/. It breaks into 2 syllables: dic · tate.
How do you use “dictate” in a sentence?
Don't let fear dictate your choices. (别让恐惧支配你的选择。)
What are synonyms for “dictate”?
command, order — all close in meaning to dictate (v. give orders, command; say aloud).
Is “dictate” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. dictate appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “dictate”?
dict(say)+ate(verb).
