Decree-law, also known as legislative decree, is a type of legal act that allows governments to enforce laws without going through the usual legislative process. It is often used in emergency situations or to achieve quick but temporary changes to the law. There are several synonyms that can be used instead of decree-law, including executive order, emergency legislation, provisional measure, act of urgency, and decree with force of law. These terms are often used interchangeably, but each has its own unique context and usage. Regardless of the term used, decree-laws are an important tool for governments to quickly implement necessary legal changes.