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Law
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Simple meaning
What does Law mean?
A law is an official rule people must follow.
Dictionary definition
An official rule that people in a community, city, or country are expected to follow.
Example sentences
Law in a sentence
easy
The law says drivers must stop at red lights.
medium
Students learned how laws help communities stay organized.
hard
A fair law should protect people while explaining clear responsibilities.
Synonyms
Words like Law
rulea guide for what people should do
regulationan official rule for how something is managed
Antonyms
Opposite words
lawlessnessa lack of laws or rule-following
disordera state without clear order
Word family
Law word family
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Practice 1
What does law mean?
Law means an official rule people must follow
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to law?
A law is a kind of official rule.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses law correctly?
This sentence uses law as an official rule.
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