Definitions
- Referring to an authoritative order or decree issued by someone in power. - Describing a decision made without consultation or discussion, often by a single person or entity. - Talking about a formal authorization or approval given to carry out a particular action or project.
- Referring to an authoritative order given by someone in charge of a group or organization. - Describing the act of directing or controlling something or someone with authority. - Talking about a skill or ability to control or influence others effectively.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words imply authority and control.
- 2Both words can be used to describe orders or directives given by someone in power.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a person's ability to influence or direct others.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Fiat is often used to describe a single decision or order, while command can refer to ongoing control or leadership.
- 2Formality: Fiat is more formal and often used in legal or official contexts, while command is more versatile and can be used in various formality levels.
- 3Connotation: Fiat can have a negative connotation of being arbitrary or dictatorial, while command can have a positive connotation of being authoritative or competent.
- 4Usage: Fiat is less common than command in everyday language and is often used in specific contexts such as law or government.
Remember this!
Fiat and command are both words that imply authority and control. However, fiat refers to an authoritative order or decision made by someone in power, often without consultation or discussion. On the other hand, command refers to the act of directing or controlling something or someone with authority, and can also describe a person's ability to influence or direct others effectively.
