Synonyms for

Levied

Verb / ˈlevi:d / Another word for levied — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

impose a tax, fee, or fine

Synonyms & similar words

recruit levy impose raise impose charge assess demand collect exact fine tax tithe rate lay put place require obligate enforce apply inflict penalize

Synonyms by register

Formal

imposed exacted assessed charged

Informal

charged billed taken demanded

Literary

tithed taxed

Antonyms

exempt excused freed spared unburdened unclaimed unpaid

Common collocations

  • levied a tax
  • levied a fine
  • levied charges
  • levied a fee
  • levied duties
  • levied contributions
  • levied a penalty

Word family

noun levy
verb levy
adjective leviable

Usage note

Typically used in the context of taxes, fees, or fines imposed by an authority. Avoid using it for informal requests or debts between individuals.

Example sentences

  1. The city council levied a fine on the owner of the abandoned property.
  2. The government levied a tax on all imported goods.
  3. The company levied a fee for late payments.
  4. The school levied a penalty for cheating on the exam.
  5. The court levied a fine on the defendant for breaking the law.

Quotes

  • Taxes are what we pay for civilized society. - Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.
  • Without taxes, we would not have civilization. - Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.
  • Taxes are the price we pay for a civilized society. - Unknown

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