English · Common Verbs
enact
/ɪˈnækt/
[/ɪˈnækt/]
make into law
Advancedverb
Definition
To make a proposal into an official law, or to perform an action.
Example
Parliament voted to enact the new law protecting workers' rights this year.
Parliament voted to enact the new law protecting workers' rights this year.
Etymology
From 'en-' (to make) plus 'act', formed in late Middle English.
How & Where It’s Used
Legal verb for passing laws; also means to act out a scene.