enforcement

[ en-fawrs-muhnt, -fohrs- ]

noun

1. the act or process of enforcing.
2. something that enforces.

Other Words From

• nonen·forcement noun
• preen·forcement noun
• proen·forcement adjective
• super·en·forcement noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of enforcement¹

1425–75; late Middle English < Anglo-French, Old French. See enforce, -ment

Example Sentences

He accused attorneys for the city of minimizing the threat that such officers face while dealing with suspects who have a propensity for violence and are hypervigilant about the presence of law enforcement.

From Los Angeles Times

The government is set to order an independent review of rail fare prosecutions and enforcement by train companies following reports of disproportionate action against passengers by revenue protection teams.

From BBC

Passionately hating law enforcement for murdering her parents, Vi at first rejects the badge Caitlyn offers her early in their burgeoning romance.

From Salon

Women's safety campaigners are calling for the Ask for Angela scheme to become mandatory, with proper enforcement.

From BBC

Executive action, such as new immigration enforcement, can be done with the stroke of a presidential pen.

From BBC

Related Words

• administration
• application
• imposition
• prosecution