impose

/ɪmpˈə‍ʊz/

/ˌɪmˈpoʊz/

to impose

MAIN VERB

to force someone to do what they do not want

synonyms : constrain

impose something unpleasant

synonyms : bring down

impose and collect

synonyms : levy

Examples

1. The city imposed water restrictions because of the drought.

2. If push comes to shove, the government will impose quotas on imports.

3. Fifty five countries have imposed comprehensive restrictions on the manufacturing, import and distribution of bags.

4. Imposing a quarantine.