inflict
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Definitions
v.
To cause something unpleasant or painful to be suffered by someone.
施加(痛苦、伤害等),使遭受
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.inflict damage造成损害
- 2.inflict pain造成痛苦
- 3.[inflict] suffering[施加]痛苦
Example Sentences
- 1.
The natural disaster inflicted severe damage on the entire coastal region.
- 2.
He would never inflict such cruelty on innocent animals for entertainment.