Imposing
/ɪmˈpoʊzɪŋ/
Definitions
- (adj.) Having a commanding presence or forceful effect, often relating to legal rules or authority that are stringent or authoritative.
The court issued an imposing injunction that halted all construction immediately.
Forms
- impose
- imposed
- imposes
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'imposing' typically describes the nature or effect of measures or authorities rather than functioning as a standalone term.
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