infliction

noun

in·​flic·​tion in-ˈflik-shən 

1

: the act of inflicting

2

: something (such as punishment or suffering) that is inflicted

Examples of infliction in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The O'Keefes are suing Read for wrongful death and infliction of emotional distress. —Kristina Rex, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026

The jury also found true allegations of infliction of death or great bodily injury on each count, making Coleman ineligible for probation, according to the San Mateo County District Attorney’s Office. —Caelyn Pender, Mercury News, 6 Mar. 2026

The lawsuit accuses the group of civil conspiracy, aiding and abetting, intentional infliction of emotional distress, interference with religious exercise and trespassing. —Isabel Yip, NBC news, 26 Feb. 2026

Benjamin and Sarah Cook brought claims for inadequate policies and protection; violation of Title IX; wrongful death; negligence; negligent hiring, training, supervision and retention; and negligent infliction of emotional distress. —Caroline Neal, Louisville Courier Journal, 20 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1534, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for infliction

• addiction
• affliction
• constriction
• conviction
• depiction
• eviction
• nonfiction
• prediction
• restriction
• antifriction
• benediction
• contradiction