Inflict
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪnˈflɪkt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Inflict is a verb meaning To thrust upon; to impose.
Meaning
To thrust upon; to impose.
Example Sentences
In that case, I won't inflict my company on you any longer.
They inflicted terrible pains on her to obtain a confession.
The enemy's artillery inflicted heavy casualties on the enemy forces.
This allowed me to continue inflicting this injury on myself long after I otherwise could have beared^([sic]), I think.
Word Forms
- inflicts
- inflicting
- inflicted
Synonyms for inflict
Depending on context, synonyms include exact, fetch, visit, wreak, impose.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include impose, visit, wreak, suffer, provoke, expose.
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