1. Dict Word Root
“dict” means to speak

2. dictionary
This word describes a reference book that contains definitions of words and how to speak each word.

3. predict
This word means to say what will happen before it occurs.

4. dictator
This word means a leader who speaks and rules with total power by force.

5. diction
This word describes the way in which people pronounce or say words when speaking or singing.

6. contradict
This word means to speak against or to say or argue the opposite of what is claimed.

7. dictation
This word means for someone to write down the words as someone says it.

8. indictment
This word describes the formal words spoken or written by a jury that charge a person with a crime.

9. verdict
This word describes the decision a jury makes in a trial or the decision said by the jury.

10. dictum
This word describes a judge's ruling or statement or the decision said by the judge.

11. edict
This word describes the public words issued or said by an official that explain a law or command.