Definitions

enforcement

[en-fawrs-muhnt, -fohrs-] / ɛnˈfɔrs mənt, -ˈfoʊrs- /

NOUN

requirement to obey; implementation of rule(s)

Synonyms

STRONGEST

administration application imposition prosecution

STRONG

coercion compulsion constraint duress exaction execution impulsion insistence lash obligation prescription pressure reinforcement spur whip

WEAK

carrying-out compulsory law enforcing fulfilling martial law necessitation

Antonyms

WEAK

abandon disregard forgetfulness neglect renunciation slight

Example Sentences

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Nearly two weeks since Guthrie’s apparent abduction, law enforcement still hasn’t apprehended a suspect.

From Salon

Here is what that means for the department, which includes transportation security, the Coast Guard and immigration enforcement.

From The Wall Street Journal

Alarfaj said some conservative families have become more strict, taking up the slack as the state backs off of its enforcement of social restrictions.

From The Wall Street Journal

Simmering criticism of her tactics exploded during the immigration enforcement surge in Minneapolis, jeopardizing her relationship with the president and her grip on the department.

From The Wall Street Journal

County officials, found that 82% of businesses surveyed reported negative impacts from immigration enforcement, with 44% losing more than half their revenue.

From Los Angeles Times

enforcement

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