enforcer
1 synonym for enforcer, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person or group responsible for making sure rules or laws are obeyed.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
hatchet man
How to use enforcer
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
hired enforcer
the team's enforcer
Etymology
From enforce plus the agent-forming suffix -er.
Full origin of enforcer →Frequently asked questions
What does “enforcer” mean?
The word “enforcer” means a person or group responsible for making sure rules or laws are obeyed. In plain terms, someone whose job is to make sure rules are followed — sometimes through legitimate authority, sometimes through intimidation.
How do you pronounce “enforcer”?
“Enforcer” is pronounced ihn-FAW-suh (/ɪnˈfɔːsə/ in IPA).
How do you use “enforcer” in a sentence?
Here is “enforcer” used in a sentence: “The agency acts as the enforcer of workplace safety standards.”
What part of speech is “enforcer”?
“Enforcer” is a noun.
How many meanings does “enforcer” have?
“Enforcer” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person or group responsible for making sure rules or laws are obeyed.
