Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Dicta.
Dicta - as a noun
An authoritative declaration
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pronouncementsay-soHypernyms (Closely Related)
declarationHyponyms (Broadly Related)
An opinion voiced by a judge on a point of law not directly bearing on the case in question and therefore not binding
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
obiter dictumExample Sentences
"The judge cited several dicta from previous cases in his ruling."
"Her argument was based on various legal dicta."
"The dicta of his speech caused controversy among the audience."
"The professor discussed the dicta of famous philosophers in his lecture."
"The book contains numerous dicta on leadership and success."
Word Game Points
Is DICTA a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dicta is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DICTA has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is DICTA a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dicta is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDICTA has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is DICTA a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dicta is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDICTA has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.