Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Infliction.
Infliction - as a noun
The act of imposing something (as a tax or an embargo)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
impositionHypernyms (Closely Related)
enforcementHyponyms (Broadly Related)
An act causing pain or damage
Something or someone that causes trouble; a source of unhappiness
Example: "A bit of a bother"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
annoyancebotherbotherationnuisancepainpain in the asspain in the neckHypernyms (Closely Related)
negative stimulusHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"He was found guilty of the cruel infliction of pain on the animals."
"The infliction of the punishment caused him to rethink his actions."
"The new law aims to reduce the infliction of harm on vulnerable individuals."
"She couldn't bear the infliction of emotional abuse any longer."
"The infliction of suffering on innocent people is a grave injustice."
Word Game Points
Is INFLICTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, infliction is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
INFLICTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is INFLICTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, infliction is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordINFLICTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is INFLICTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, infliction is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordINFLICTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
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