imposing

(verb) compel to behave in a certain way. Synonyms: enforce, impose. Example: "Social relations impose courtesy."

(verb) impose something unpleasant. Synonyms: inflict, bring down, visit, impose. Example: "The principal visited his rage on the students."

(verb) impose and collect. Synonyms: levy, impose. Example: "Levy a fine."

(adj) impressive in appearance. Synonyms: baronial, noble, stately. Examples: "A baronial mansion." "An imposing residence." "A noble tree." "Severe-looking policemen sat astride noble horses." "Stately columns."

(adj) used of a person's appearance or behavior; befitting an eminent person. Synonyms: distinguished, grand, magisterial. Examples: "His distinguished bearing." "The monarch's imposing presence." "She reigned in magisterial beauty."