inflict

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(in-flict) 2 syllables

Definition

verb. to cause something painful or unpleasant.

Example Sentence

The boxer will inflict much pain on his opponent.

More Example Sentences

They tried to inflict damage on the toy.

Synonyms

impose; deliver; administer

Antonyms

remove; alleviate; lessen

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Rhymes

  • clicked
  • kicked
  • licht
  • licked
  • nicked
  • picht
  • picked
  • pict
  • pricked
  • schlicht
  • schlict
  • slicked
  • sticht
  • strict
  • ticked
  • tricked

  • addict
  • afflict
  • conflict
  • constrict
  • convict
  • depict
  • evict
  • handpicked
  • inflict
  • predict
  • restrict

  • contradict
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