enforce
/ɪnˈfɔːs/ · /ɪnˈfɔːrs/
CEFR level C1Topic GovernmentWord #5476 in the learning path
执行；强制实施
Definitions
v. Make sure that people obey a law or rule.
执行；强制实施
Example
The pool staff enforce strict rules about running indoors.
泳池工作人员严格执行禁止在室内奔跑的规定。
Governments must enforce environmental regulations consistently if they want industries to reduce pollution and protect public health.
政府若希望各行业减少污染、保护公众健康，就必须始终如一地执行环境法规。
Collocations
- enforce the law
- enforce regulations
- strictly enforce
Word family
- enforcement (n.)
- enforceable (adj.)
- enforcer (n.)
Synonyms
- implement
Usage tip
enforce后接法律或规定；迫使某人做事用force。
FAQ
- What does enforce mean?
- Make sure that people obey a law or rule.
- How is enforce pronounced?
- UK /ɪnˈfɔːs/, US /ɪnˈfɔːrs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
