levied

[ lev-eed ]

adjective

1. (of a tax, duty, etc.) imposed or charged:

   The levied fees will be deposited into a special account and appropriated for disbursement on housing projects.

2. (of troops) conscripted:

   He had hoped to encircle and capture the fortress, but increasing unrest among the levied troops was making this more difficult than expected.

verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of levy ( def ).

Other Words From

• self-lev·ied adjective
• un·lev·ied adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of levied¹

levy ( def ) + -ed ²( def )

Example Sentences

Tenants would, however, be required to contribute to the tax rolls by an unspecified amount through a “possessory interest tax” that can be levied on private companies leasing public buildings.

From Los Angeles Times

To assess whether the penalties levied on TD Bank are appropriate, consider the facts as set forth in the bank’s plea agreement.

From Los Angeles Times

Fuel duty is a tax that is levied on purchases of petrol, diesel and other fuels - the level it is set at should have an impact on what drivers pay at the pumps.

From BBC

Chambers and Richardson, both Democrats, have levied accusations against each other as they head into the November general election.

From Los Angeles Times

In practical terms, a tariff is a domestic tax levied on goods as they enter the country, proportional to the value of the import.

From BBC