C1verbformallawpolitics
US/ɪˈnækt/
UK/ɪˈnækt/
to make a proposal into an official law
In context
Parliament enacted the new data protection law in March.
The state plans to enact stricter rules on factory emissions.
Laws enacted in the 1990s still protect workers today.
Words that go with enact
verb + noun
- enact a lawThe government enacted a law against false advertising.
- enact legislationLawmakers enacted legislation to protect tenants.
- enact a banThe city enacted a ban on plastic bags.
- enact reformsThe new minister promised to enact reforms quickly.
- enact a policyThe company enacted a policy of remote work.
adverb + verb
- recently enactedThe recently enacted rules apply to all banks.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
enact a meetingCorrect: hold a meeting