promulgué

Promulgué is a French verb that translates to "promulgated" in English. It is most commonly used in a legal or political context to describe the formal act of making a law or decree official and effective. When a law is promulgated, it means it has been officially announced and is now considered valid and binding. This process typically involves a signature by a head of state, such as a president or monarch, and its publication in an official journal.

The act of promulgation is a crucial step in the legislative process. It signifies that the law has completed all necessary stages of approval and is ready to be enforced. Before promulgation, a law might have been passed by a legislature but would not yet have the force of law. Promulgation makes it public knowledge and establishes its authority.

In a broader sense, promulgué can also refer to the act of making something widely known or putting it into effect. However, its primary and most precise meaning remains within the realm of law and official decrees. The term emphasizes the formal and authoritative nature of the announcement and implementation.