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enforce

The word “enforce” has 2 syllables: en-force

It's pronounced as /ɛnˈfɔrs/

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In the thesaurus, “enforce” has 65 synonyms and 28 antonyms.

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Synonyms for enforce

Antonyms for enforce

Meanings of enforce

  • verb
    1. To keep up, impose or bring into effect something, not necessarily by force.
    2. To give strength or force to; to affirm, to emphasize.
    3. To strengthen (a castle, town etc.) with extra troops, fortifications etc.
    4. To intensify, make stronger, add force to.
    5. To exert oneself, to try hard.
    6. To compel, oblige (someone or something); to force.
    7. To make or gain by force; to force.
    8. To put in motion or action by violence; to drive.
    9. To give force to; to strengthen; to invigorate; to urge with energy.
    10. To urge; to ply hard; to lay much stress upon.
    11. To prove; to evince.

Example Sentences

  • Police officers work to enforce the law fairly.
  • The teacher had to enforce the classroom rules.
  • The company plans to enforce stricter safety standards.
  • It is difficult to enforce regulations without proper supervision.
  • The government promised to enforce environmental protections.

On this page you'll find 93 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to enforce, such as: abandon, accomplish, administer, administrate, apply, bring about, carry out.

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