1. an order or decree imposed by someone in power without popular consent or democratic process
Usage: often used in political or historical contexts; frequently carries a negative connotation

Examples

• The new policy was imposed as a diktat from the central government, with no input from local communities.
• The treaty was seen by many as a diktat forced upon the defeated nation.
• The manager's decision felt like a diktat rather than a collaborative choice.
• Citizens protested against the diktat that banned public gatherings.
• The company issued a diktat requiring all employees to work from the office five days a week.
• Historical diktats often led to resentment and resistance among the population.