Synonyms of behest

behest

noun

as in edict

a statement of what to do that must be obeyed by those concerned

I only made the change at the author's behest

Synonyms & Similar Words

• edict
• instruction
• order
• direction
• directive
• do
• injunction
• decree
• command
• commandment
• imperative
• requirement
• dictate
• charge
• demand
• word
• mandate
• law
• rule
• statute
• regulation
• ordinance
• countermand
• counterorder
• prescription
• precept
• prescript

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• petition
• appeal
• plea
• proposal
• recommendation
• urging
• entreaty
• suggestion

• petition
• appeal
• plea
• proposal
• recommendation
• urging
• entreaty
• suggestion

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