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IMPOSITION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Imposition.

Imposition - as a noun

The act of imposing something (as a tax or an embargo)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
infliction
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
enforcement
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An uncalled-for burden

Example: "He listened but resented the imposition"

Example Sentences

"The new tax law felt like an imposition on the working class."
"He saw asking for a loan as an imposition on his friends."
"The company's mandatory dress code was seen as an imposition by the employees."
"She resented the imposition of a curfew by her parents."
"The strict rules placed on the students felt like an imposition on their freedom."
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Word Game Points

Is IMPOSITION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, imposition is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

IMPOSITION has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is IMPOSITION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, imposition is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
IMPOSITION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is IMPOSITION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, imposition is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
IMPOSITION has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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