Meaning Of The Word Inflict

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What's The Definition Of Inflict?

inflict
verb: To inflict harm or damage on someone or something means to make them suffer it.

inflict in American English
to give or cause (pain, wounds, etc.) by or as by striking; cause to be borne
transitive verb: to impose as something that must be borne or suffered

inflict in British English
to impose (something unwelcome, such as pain, oneself, etc)

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