![]() |
||
1. | [ noun ] the act of imposing something (as a tax or an embargo) | |
Synonyms: | infliction | |
Related terms: | enforcement regimentation reimposition taxation protection tax | |
2. | [ noun ] an uncalled-for burden | |
Examples: | "he listened but resented the imposition" |
|
Related terms: | burden inflict | |
Similar spelling: |
imposing impossibility imposingly in_opposition in_apposition impaction impossibly impossible |