Definitions

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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Impose it on little ones, who will need a sense of guidance and leadership in this weird, disorienting time.

From Slate • Mar. 19, 2020

Television’s “science guy” Bill Nye has a suggestion for combating climate change: Impose a tax on cow flatulence.

From Washington Times • May 24, 2018

Impose the designated hitter upon the National League and, next thing you know, the Dodgers and Angels could be playing in the same division.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2016

We love the layout and design of GoldFlakePaint, the monthly mixes from PORTALS, and Impose Magazine's unique features.

From The Guardian • Apr. 3, 2013

If they have done amisse, on us Impose the Law.

From A Collection of Old English Plays, Volume 4 by Bullen, A. H. (Arthur Henry)

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