impose

[im-pohz] / ɪmˈpoʊz /

VERB

set, dictate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appoint charge demand enforce establish foist force inflict institute introduce lay down levy order place promulgate put require

STRONG

burden command compel constrain decree encroach enjoin exact fix infringe intrude lade lay oblige obtrude ordain prescribe presume saddle trespass visit wish wreak wreck

WEAK

force upon horn in lay down the law move in on put foot down read riot act take advantage

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disorder displace forget overlook prevent remove

STRONG

aid help neglect

Example Sentences

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The measure would impose a one-time tax of up to 5% on taxpayers and trusts with assets, such as businesses, art and intellectual property, valued at more than $1 billion.

From Los Angeles Times

Tariffs are taxes on foreign products paid to the government imposing them by the companies importing them, not the exporting countries themselves.

From BBC

While aid groups say there has been some improvements, they accuse Israel of imposing continuing restrictions upon their work.

From BBC

He has promised to tackle corruption and impose sweeping reforms, while Museveni argues he is the sole guarantor of stability and progress in Uganda.

From BBC

The deal will see Canada ease tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles that it imposed in tandem with the US in 2024.

From BBC

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