# imposing

Pronunciation: say "im-POH-zing" US /ɪmˈpoʊzɪŋ/, UK /ɪmˈpəʊzɪŋ/

## Adjective

1. Magnificent and impressive in appearance, owing to great size, stateliness, or dignity.
   - Simple: Looking big, grand, and impressive in a way that makes people feel respect.
   - _The cathedral's imposing facade dominated the entire city skyline._
   - _She cut an imposing figure as she strode into the boardroom._

## Verb

2. Present participle and gerund of impose. — present participle and gerund of impose
   - Simple: Present participle and gerund of impose. Use it for the act of forcing something on others.
   - _The government is imposing new tariffs on imported steel._
   - _Imposing such tight deadlines on the volunteers seemed unfair._

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