Word IMPOSE: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

impose

🇺🇸 [ɪmˈpoʊz]

Meanings

To force something upon others, often in an unfair or unwelcome manner. It can also mean to take advantage of someone’s good nature or authority to enforce rules or decisions.

Examples

• The government decided to impose new taxes on imported goods.
• He tried to impose his ideas on the group without considering their opinions.
• The teacher imposed strict rules in the classroom.

Synonyms

enforce • dictate • compel

Antonyms

permit • allow • accept