enforce

Definition

  • verb: to make (a law, rule, etc.) active or effective
  • verb: to give force to
  • synonyms: strengthen

Examples

  • She works in 'law enforcement'. [=she works for the police]

  • trying to 'enforce' obedience/cooperation

  • This is not an 'enforceable' contract.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I didn't know that. But if that's true, then I'm glad that I left. See, I need to know that I can count on you to enforce the law, even if it's been broken by someone close to you. Someone you care about. Of course. Good. (..)
    2014 Divergent