impose (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪmˈpoʊz/

Definition

To force a rule, tax, or punishment to be accepted or put into effect.

Examples

• The government decided to impose a new tax on luxury goods.

• They tried to impose their will on the other team members.

• The teacher had to impose discipline in the classroom.

How to Use impose

impose on/upon someone (prepositional phrase)

To take advantage of someone's kindness or generosity. — "Don't impose on your friends by always asking for money."

impose something on/upon someone (prepositional phrase)

To force a rule, belief, or idea onto someone. — "The new management tried to impose their ideas on the employees."

Synonyms of impose

Words with a similar meaning to impose:

• enforce
• compel
• dictate
• inflict

Antonyms of impose

Words with the opposite meaning to impose:

• remove
• abolish

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