Synonyms for

Imposes

Verb / ɪˈmpəʊzʌz / / ɪˈmpəʊzɪz / Another word for imposes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To force someone to accept something or to put a burden on someone.

Synonyms & similar words

impose inflict bringdown visit levy enforce enforce compel oblige mandate dictate require demand command order pressure intimidate coerce constrain restrain press push urge drive necessitate inflict

Synonyms by register

Formal

enforces installs decrees mandates

Informal

slaps on puts on lays down forces on

Literary

inflicts bestows lays upon

Antonyms

removes lifts allows permits tolerates exempts releases

Common collocations

  • imposes its will
  • imposes a ban
  • imposes a tax
  • imposes a fine
  • imposes restrictions
  • imposes order
  • imposes silence
  • imposes a deadline

Word family

noun imposition
verb impose
adjective imposable

Usage note

Often used with 'on' or 'upon' to indicate what is being subjected to the imposition. Can sometimes carry a negative connotation of forcing something unwanted.

Example sentences

  1. The government imposes taxes on its citizens.
  2. The boss imposes deadlines on his employees.
  3. The teacher imposes homework for the students.
  4. The law imposes penalties for breaking the rules.
  5. The parents impose curfew for their children.

Quotes

  • The only real prison is fear, and the only real freedom is freedom from fear.
  • The difference between what we do and what we are capable of doing would suffice to solve most of the world's problems.
  • The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing.

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