Definitions of prescribed
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adjective
set down as a rule or guide
Synonyms:
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nonarbitrary, unarbitrary
not subject to individual determination
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adjective
formally laid down or imposed
synonyms:
positive
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formal
being in accord with established forms and conventions and requirements (as e.g. of formal dress)
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adjective
fixed or established especially by order or command
synonyms:
appointed, decreed, ordained
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settled
established or decided beyond dispute or doubt
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adjective
conforming to set usage, procedure, or discipline
“in
prescribed order”
synonyms:
official
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regular
in accordance with fixed order or procedure or principle
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