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

For most of history, order was imposed from above because rulers did not trust ordinary people with power. — Keith Krach, Fortune, 1 Aug. 2026

The legislation led to the formation of local agencies that are responsible for halting chronic declines in groundwater levels, including by imposing pumping limits and fees. — Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2026

The European Union imposed a windfall tax on oil profits after prices spiked in 2022 following Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. — Camila Domonoske, NPR, 31 July 2026

In states like Florida that imposed fewer, later, or shorter mandates, the public sometimes still adopted protective behaviors even without mandates. — Thomas J. Bollyky, STAT, 31 July 2026

Phrases Containing impose

• impose (on or upon)