enactment

CEFRC1

/ɛnˈæktmənt/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    The process of making a law official or performing a story.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    A piece of legislation that has been properly authorized by a legislative body.

Examples

  • The enactment ceremony was attended by officials.

  • The enactment of the law was highly anticipated.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
1

Deep Dive

noun

Extra meanings

  1. The act of enacting, or the state of being enacted.

  2. The act of playing the part of.

  3. The act of making (a bill) into law.

More examples

In context

  • The president signed the bill, leading to the enactment of the law.

  • The actors' powerful enactment of the play was breathtaking.

  • The enactment of this law will be a great step backward for our country.

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Origin

noun

From enact + -ment.