What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
diktat
Example
The new policy was a diktat from the CEO and had to be followed immediately. [diktat: noun]
Example
The government's diktat was met with resistance from the public. [diktat: noun]
fiat
Example
The king issued a fiat that all taxes must be paid on time. [fiat: noun]
Example
The court's fiat was final and could not be appealed. [fiat: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Fiat is more commonly used in English than diktat.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between diktat and fiat?
Both diktat and fiat are formal and official in nature, but fiat is more neutral in connotation and can be used in a wider range of formality levels.
