Definition

A person who forces something on others, often without their consent or agreement.

Example

The imposer of the new rules did not consider the opinions of the team.

Conversation

Do you think he is an imposer in our group projects?

Yeah, he always takes charge without asking anyone's opinion.

It can be frustrating when someone acts like an imposer instead of collaborating.

Totally! We should find a way to talk to him about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Imposer is formed from "imposer" (from Old French, meaning to place upon or to impose) and the suffix "-er" (meaning a person who). The word refers to a person who imposes something on others.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'places upon' others — that's what an imposer does.

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