επιβαρύνω — meaning in English

English meaning

• encumber verb To load down something with a burden.
• impose verb To officially establish or enforce a rule, tax, or penalty.

Senses

επιβαρύνω is used for these senses in English:

• behove (transitive, formal) To be necessary for (someone).
• encumber (transitive) To burden with a legal claim or other obligation.
• impose To encroach or intrude, especially in a manner regarded as unfair or unwarranted; to presume, to take advantage of; also, to be a burden or inconvenience.

encumber — full definition

1. verb To load down something with a burden.
2. verb To restrict or block something with a hindrance or impediment.
3. verb To burden with a legal claim or other obligation.

impose — full definition

1. verb To officially establish or enforce a rule, tax, or penalty.
2. verb To force something onto someone unwelcome or without their consent.
3. verb (often "impose on/upon") To take unfair advantage of someone's time, kindness, or hospitality.