NYT Dictionary
UKASE
/juːˈkeɪz/NounU-kaseu-kase · 2 syllablesAdvanced/Professional
Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2026
Meaning
An authoritative proclamation; an edict, especially decreed by a Russian czar or later ruler.
Etymology
Origin: Unknown
Borrowed from Russian ука́з (ukáz, “edict, decree”).
Synonyms & Antonyms
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NYT Puzzle Appearances
No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2026.