Dictate

verb

/dɪkˈteɪt/

state or order authoritatively.

"the tsar's attempts to dictate policy"

say or read aloud (words to be typed, written down, or recorded on tape).

"I have four letters to dictate"

noun

/dɪkteɪt/

an order or principle that must be obeyed.

"the dictates of fashion"

The words of the Koran were memorized by Muhammad, who dictated them to his companions.

You shouldn't let others dictate what action you take; you need to make your own decisions.

Henry's dictatorial management style often angers his colleagues.

I have to study for a dictation in French class tomorrow.