Definition of Inflict

to force something unpleasant upon a person or thing

Examples of Inflict in a sentence

Our troops will inflict hefty casualties on their foes.  🔊

By blowing up the airport, the terrorist group hoped to inflict fear upon the public.  🔊

The troubled girl will often use a razor blade to inflict pain upon herself.  🔊

If not controlled, the insects will inflict serious damage on our crops.  🔊

The woman wanted to inflict pain on her cheating spouse.  🔊

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