Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
foist
verb
/fɔɪst/
Definition
To impose something on someone, often in a deceptive way.
Examples
- They tried to foist their opinions on everyone at the meeting.
- She was determined not to let him foist his responsibilities onto her.
- The con artist attempted to foist a fake painting on the unsuspecting buyer.
Meaning
To secretly force someone to accept something unwanted or undesirable.
Synonyms
- Impose
- Ingratiate
- Forced upon
- Dump on
- Inflict
