Meaning of the word enact in English

What does enact mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

enact

US /ɪˈnækt/

UK /ɪˈnækt/

make (a bill or other proposal) law

Example:

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Congress will enact new legislation next month.

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The government plans to enact stricter environmental regulations.

Synonym:

legislate pass approve ratify sanction

act out (a role or play) on stage

Example:

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The children will enact a scene from their favorite book.

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They decided to enact the historical event for the audience.

Synonym:

perform act out portray depict stage

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