Pronunciation: /ɪmˈpoʊz/
noun the action or process of imposing something
A1 The teacher imposed a strict rule on talking during class.
A2 The company imposed a dress code for all employees.
B1 The government imposed a new tax on imported goods.
B2 The landlord imposed a fine for late rent payments.
C1 The dictator imposed harsh restrictions on freedom of speech.
C2 The court imposed a sentence of community service for the offender.
verb to establish or apply by authority
A1 The teacher imposed a strict rule about no talking during the exam.
A2 The company imposed a new dress code for all employees.
B1 The government imposed a curfew in response to the protests.
B2 The manager imposed a deadline for the completion of the project.
C1 The dictator imposed harsh restrictions on freedom of speech.
C2 The judge imposed a hefty fine on the company for environmental violations.
formal The government decided to impose stricter regulations on the banking industry.
informal My parents always impose a curfew on me when I go out with friends.
slang I can't believe my boss is trying to impose more work on us during the holidays.
figurative The weight of his guilt seemed to impose itself on his shoulders, making it hard for him to move.
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