1. A requirement, rule, or demand that is forced upon someone or something from an outside source, without their consent or choice
The new regulations felt like an external imposition on the local business community.
Os novos regulamentos pareciam uma imposição externa à comunidade de negócios local.
2. In philosophy and psychology, a constraint or demand originating from outside sources rather than from internal motivation or desire
Students often resist learning when it is driven by external imposition rather than intrinsic interest.
Os alunos frequentemente resistem ao aprendizado quando este é impulsionado por imposição externa em vez de interesse intrínseco.
3. The act of forcing or compelling acceptance of something unwanted
The external imposition of cultural values can lead to social conflict.
A imposição externa de valores culturais pode levar a conflitos sociais.