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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Among the many quotes Ross left with his audience is one that dismantles intimidating concepts about natural ability, the kind of artistic gatekeeping we often impose on ourselves.

From Salon • May 2, 2026

If patients are expected to respect schedules, providers should also recognise when repeated delays impose real costs on patients and caregivers like your husband and you.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

Farren also wants to impose financial penalties for bad behavior.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

NGOs and developing countries want to impose mandatory rules for laboratories to ensure poor countries receive vaccines.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

Now I’ll impose this trial on the suitors.

From "The Odyssey" by Homer

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"The Story of an Hour" by Kate Chopin

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