Synonyms of impose

impose

verb

im-ˈpōz 

as in to levy

to establish or apply as a charge or penalty

that state now imposes a fine for text messaging while driving

Synonyms & Similar Words

• levy
• charge
• fine
• put
• assess
• exact
• lay
• penalize
• inflict
• compel
• extort
• tax
• force
• excise
• coerce
• dock
• wrest
• gouge
• wring
• wreak
• reimpose
• squeeze
• mulct
• bleed
• skin
• milk
• shake down
• set
• reapply
• relay
• fleece

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• diminish
• lessen
• remit
• abate
• ignore
• forgive
• release
• disregard
• excuse
• condone
• pardon
• gloss (over)
• gloze (over)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of impose

The interconnected supply chains Peru has imposed increasingly severe restrictions on anchovy fishing this year to protect the remaining population and allow the stocks to recover. — Harriet Marsden, TheWeek, 10 July 2026

Johnson continued this week to push for his foolish and counterproductive desire to impose a $33-per-month tax on each Chicago job generated by the city’s largest private-sector employers. — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026

Early distribution penalty The 10% early distribution penalty is not imposed if at least five years have passed since the principal was converted. — Elliot Raphaelson, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 July 2026

Trump continues to push for a controversial election bill, the SAVE America Act, which would impose strict voter identification requirements and mandate proof of citizenship to vote. — Justin Papp, CNBC, 10 July 2026

Phrases Containing impose

• impose (on or upon)