This is the 9720th most frequent French word.
enjoint
"Enjoint" means "ordered" or "enjoined."
Here, 'enjoint' is used to indicate authoritative instruction or order.
Le professeur lui enjoint de rendre ses devoirs à temps.
The teacher enjoins him to submit his homework on time.
In this context, 'enjoint' is used to express a formal command or directive.
Le ministre enjoint aux citoyens de respecter les consignes sanitaires.
The minister enjoins the citizens to follow the health guidelines.
Here, 'enjoint' serves as a legal term, implying an official mandate or directive.