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dictate vs impose

impose vs dictate

dictate is a noun but impose is not a noun.

dictate and impose both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
dictate Yes No Yes No
impose No No Yes No
As verbs, impose is a hypernym of dictate; that is, impose is a word with a broader meaning than dictate:
  • dictate: issue commands or orders for
  • impose: impose something unpleasant
Other hypernyms of dictate include bring down, inflict, visit.
dictate (noun) impose (noun)
a guiding principle
an authoritative rule
dictate (verb) impose (verb)
say out loud for the purpose of recording impose something unpleasant
issue commands or orders for impose and collect
rule as a dictator compel to behave in a certain way
Difference between dictate and impose

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