inflict

Definition

  • verb: to cause someone to experience or be affected by (something unpleasant or harmful)
  • verb: to give by or as if by striking
  • often + 'on' or 'upon'
  • synonyms: afflict, send, administer

Examples

  • He shows no regret for the suffering he has 'inflicted on'/'upon' these innocent people.

  • His problems are mainly 'self-inflicted'.

  • a 'self-inflicted' wound

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) (rack turns) (screams) No: No: No: That was . You can see that the numbers on this dial run up to . Will you please remember that I have it in my power to inflict pain on you at any time, and in whatever degree I choose? Yes. You know perfectly well what is the matter with you, Winston. (..)
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