/ˈmæn.də.t(ə)ɹi/► audioScrabble 15Words With Friends 16
Definition
adjective required by rule.
— synonyms: compulsory, required
noun the recipient of a mandate.
— synonyms: mandatary
noun a territory surrendered by Turkey or Germany after World War I and put under the tutelage of some other European power until they are able to stand by themselves.
— synonyms: mandate
Examples
“Attendance at a school is usually mandatory for children.”