imposer
/ɛ̃.pɔ.ze/
1.
verbInf1st
to impose (something) on someone; to force or oblige
Mon patron veut nous imposer de nouvelles règles.
My boss wants to impose new rules on us.
Synonyms:obliger, forcer, dicter
2.
verbInf1st
to levy or impose (a tax, charge)
L'État va imposer une nouvelle taxe sur les carburants.
The state is going to impose a new tax on fuel.
Synonyms:taxer, prélever
3.
verb (pronominal)Inf1st
to assert oneself; to establish oneself; to become prominent or widely accepted
Le groupe a réussi à s'imposer à l'échelle internationale.
The band managed to establish itself internationally.
Synonyms:s'affirmer, se faire remarquer, se faire une place
