1. A preference or choice that is forced upon someone by external authority, circumstances, or pressure rather than being voluntarily selected
The imposed preference for the new software system frustrated many employees who preferred the old platform.
A preferência imposta pelo novo sistema de software frustrou muitos funcionários que preferiam a plataforma antiga.
2. In economics and consumer behavior, a preference that is determined by external factors, rules, or regulations rather than by individual choice
The imposed preference for domestic products was mandated by government policy.
A preferência imposta por produtos domésticos foi mandatória pela política governamental.