Enforcement
11 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
The act of compelling observance of or compliance with laws, rules, or obligations. Enforcement ensures that regulations are followed through authority and consequences.
“The police are responsible for the enforcement of traffic laws.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ɛnˈfɔrsmənt/
Syllables
en·force·ment
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Wordle
Contains four E's and two N's. The pattern ENFO starts the word with -RCEMENT ending.
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Scrabble
Worth 18 points base value. The F (4 points) and C (3 points) make it valuable on premium squares.
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