Synonyms of enforces

enforces

verb

present tense third-person singular of enforce

as in implements

to carry out effectively

the duty of the police is to enforce the law

Synonyms & Similar Words

• implements
• applies
• executes
• administers
• fulfills
• enacts
• invokes
• upholds
• renders
• cites
• observes
• prosecutes
• effects
• effectuates
• brings about
• legislates
• honors
• promulgates
• discharges

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ignores
• neglects
• disregards

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of enforces

Executive leadership must distinguish between structure that creates operational clarity and structure that merely enforces control. — Natalie Grabher, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026

Thai officials emphasize the visit is strictly rest and resupply, as the Navy enforces a blockade on Iranian ports and Washington offers little clarity on ending the six-month conflict. — Jintamas Saksornchai, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026

Then, in June, the Department of Justice (DOJ), which enforces the integration mandate, issued a legal opinion taking a similar position — essentially aligning itself with the plaintiffs in the case. — Jonaki Mehta, NPR, 20 Aug. 2026

Size, breed and number of pets Ask whether the hotel enforces a weight or size restriction. — Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 14 Aug. 2026

The Taliban-run Ministry for the Propagation of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice, which enforces many of the government’s rules on women, did not immediately respond to a request for comment. — Reuters, NBC news, 13 Aug. 2026

School officials during a student assembly on Wednesday addressed public outcry over the policy, saying the policy enforces what’s always been in practice. — Devna Bose, Charlotte Observer, 3 Aug. 2026

Aside from Sawgrass Mills, which strictly enforces its service-dogs-only policy, the other Simon malls welcome small dogs so long as they are contained in purses, bags or strollers. — Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026

Google has therefore tied the ability to distribute Android apps to the whims of the US Treasury Department, which maintains and enforces economic sanctions. — Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 31 July 2026