1. A force or constraint that is applied externally or against one's will; coercive power exercised by an authority
The imposed force of martial law restricted citizens' freedom of movement.
A força imposta da lei marcial restringiu a liberdade de movimento dos cidadãos.
2. In physics, a force applied to an object or system from an external source
The imposed force on the beam caused it to bend.
A força imposta sobre a viga a fez curvar.
3. Power or authority enforced without consent or agreement
The imposed force of colonial rule lasted for centuries.
A força imposta do domínio colonial durou séculos.