Synonyms of inflict

Antonyms of inflict

Collocations of inflict

pain
Frequency: 80 %

The villain planned to inflict pain on his enemies.

damage
Frequency: 70 %

The storm inflicted severe damage on the town.

injury
Frequency: 65 %

The accident inflicted serious injuries on the passengers.

punishment
Frequency: 60 %

The judge inflicted a harsh punishment on the criminal.

suffering
Frequency: 50 %

The war inflicted immense suffering on the civilian population.

Idiomatic Expressions for inflict

  • Phrase: inflict punishment
    Meaning: to impose a penalty or consequence on someone
    Usage: The judge decided to inflict a harsh punishment on the criminal.