Imposed Definition & Meaning

imposed
adjective
  1. set forth authoritatively as obligatory; "the imposed taxation"; "rules imposed by society"

"Imposed" in song lyrics

See how imposed is used in real songs:

  • "That what others say is the truth imposed"
    Alexipharmic — Beauty
  • "Leavin us all laced with, instincts imposed"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) & Equipto — Ate Miles From the City of Dope
  • "The blocks like a cage self imposed"
    Kidz in the Hall — Move On Up

Usage tips for "imposed"

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