levy
Translation
to impose, to charge, to collect
Examples
The government will levy a new tax on imports.
The government will levy a new tax on imports.
A fine was levied against the company.
A fine was levied against the company.
Grammar Patterns
((to)) levy ((a tax/fine)) ((on sth.)) to officially demand an amount of money on something The city levied a new tax on sugary drinks.
Similar Words
Synonyms: impose, charge, collect, demand
Etymology
From Latin 'levare' (to raise). The idea is of 'raising' money or troops.
Memory Tips
Think of 'levy' as 'lifting' money from people in the form of taxes.