inflict

• Verbo que significa causar algo desagradável, doloroso ou penoso a alguém ou algo, como dano, sofrimento, castigo ou derrota.

A verb used to indicate the act of causing something unpleasant or painful to be suffered by someone or something.

1. Impose something unpleasantB2formal

   To cause someone to experience or suffer something unpleasant, such as pain, punishment, or a burden.

   infligir

   • The dictator inflicted severe punishment on his opponents.
   • The storm inflicted heavy damage on the coastal town.
   • He didn't want to inflict his problems on his friends.

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2. Cause harm or damageB2formal

   To intentionally bring about harm, injury, or damage to someone or something.

   Causar dano

   • The virus can inflict serious harm on the respiratory system.
   • She inflicted a deep wound on his hand with the broken glass.
   • The decision will inflict lasting damage on the company's reputation.

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