Simple meaning
What does Dictate mean?
Dictate means speak so someone can write your words.
Dictionary definition
To say words aloud for someone else to write down.
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Synonyms
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reciteUse for saying words clearly to be written.
termUse for a word or expression in language study.
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Word family
Dictate word family
Base word
dictate
noun
dictates
Plural form of dictate when used as a countable noun.
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What does dictate mean?
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