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Enact

i-NAKT/ɪˈnækt/

To enact is to make a bill into law: enact legislation; enact a ban. It also means to perform a scene. Pass a law is everyday; legislate is a close verb. Enactment is the noun. Do not use enact for a private New Year promise. UK: Parliament enacts statutes; statutory instruments are a related but distinct process.

Meaning

To make a proposal into law; also to perform a scene.

Examples

  • “Parliament enacted the smoking ban after a free vote.”
  • “Students enacted the scene from the play, which is the performance sense.”

Good to know

enact a law / ban. Everyday: pass a law. Noun: enactment. Theatre: enact a scene. Not a personal resolution.

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