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legislate Synonyms

Another word for legislate

Choosing another word for legislate depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To make or enact laws (often followed by "for" or "against").

Usage Example

"Parliament voted to enact against unfair housing practices across the country."

Strongest
enact
Strong
ordain
decree
codify
pass

• verb (Context 2)

To bring about, mandate, or enforce something by enacting laws.

Usage Example

"While the government can set safety standards, it cannot mandate morality or personal kindness."

Strong
mandate
prescribe
institute
establish

Opposites of legislate

The opposite of legislate shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

repeal
abolish
abrogate
rescind
revoke
deregulate
annul
See all opposites of legislate

• Nearby Words

legion
legionary
legionnaire
legislate
legislation
legislative
legislatively

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Legislate. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/legislate
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