commandment
Translation
commandment, order, decree
Examples
The Ten Commandments are central to many religions.
The Ten Commandments are central to many religions.
Grammar Patterns
((to-inf)) a commandment (to do sth.) It was a commandment to love thy neighbor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: order, decree, law, rule
Etymology
From 'command' plus the suffix '-ment', which forms nouns indicating the result of an action.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a divine 'command'. The Ten Commandments is the most famous example.