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Meaning of word ordain from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.
ordain verb
Meaning : Order by virtue of superior authority. Decree.
Example :
The King ordained the persecution and expulsion of the Jews.
The legislature enacted this law in 1985.
Synonyms : enact
Meaning : Appoint to a clerical posts.
Example :
He was ordained in the Church.
Synonyms : consecrate, order, ordinate
Meaning : Invest with ministerial or priestly authority.
Example :
The minister was ordained only last month.
Meaning : Issue an order.
