How to Pronounce Enforced
Enforced
ɪn.fɔːrst
Syllables:
en·forced
Part of speech:
adjective
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Definition
Enforced means to make sure a rule or law is followed.
Examples
- The school enforced the rule that students must wear uniforms.
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Common Word Combinations
| Phrase | Type | Stress Pattern | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| strictly enforced rules | collocation | strictLY enFORCED rules | The school has strictly enforced rules for student conduct. |
| enforced by law | collocation | enFORCED by LAW | These regulations are enforced by law to ensure safety. |
| enforced compliance | collocation | enFORCED comPLIance | Enforced compliance with standards improves product quality. |
| enforced lockdown | collocation | enFORCED LOCKdown | The government imposed an enforced lockdown last year. |
Fun Fact
The word 'enforced' comes from Old French 'enforcier,' meaning 'to strengthen or fortify,' originally implying making something stronger before evolving to mean imposing rules or laws.
Word Family
noun
enforcement
The act of making people follow a rule or law.
"The enforcement of traffic laws helps keep roads safe."
verb
enforce
To make sure that a law or rule is obeyed.
"The police enforce the law to keep order."
adjective
enforced
Made to be obeyed or carried out.
"The enforced curfew meant everyone had to stay home at night."
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