Dictate is a synonym of ruling.
As nouns the difference between dictate and ruling
is that
dictate is an order or command while
ruling is an order or a decision on a point of law from someone in authority.
As verbs the difference between dictate and ruling
is that
dictate is to order, command, control while
ruling is .
As an adjective ruling is
that rules; predominant; chief; reigning; controlling.