# fiat vs foam

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### fiat
*noun · IPA /ˈfaɪæt/ · frequency rank #12,420*
An arbitrary or authoritative command or order to do something; an effectual decree.

### foam
*noun · IPA /foʊm/ · frequency rank #9,898*
A substance composed of a large collection of bubbles or their solidified remains, especially

## Source
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