Understanding the Word 'Enforce'

The video tutorial explains the word 'enforce', a verb meaning to ensure a rule or law is followed. It discusses the word's origin from Old French and Latin, highlighting its connection to strength and power. The tutorial also explores related words like 'reinforce', 'encode', and 'embolden', and provides examples of usage, particularly in the context of law enforcement.

What does the verb 'enforce' primarily mean?

• To create a new law

• To ensure a rule is followed

• To write a legal document

• To ignore a regulation

Which language does the word 'enforce' originate from?

• Italian

• German

• Spanish

• French

What does the Latin root 'Fortis' mean?

• Power

• Weakness

• Strength

• Speed

Which of the following words means to strengthen something?

• Embolden

• Encode

• Enforce

• Reinforce

What does the word 'encode' mean?

• To simplify information

• To delete information

• To make information secret

• To make information public

What does 'embolden' mean?

• To confuse someone

• To weaken someone

• To give someone confidence

• To make someone shy

In the example sentence, who did the Admiral enforce the law on?

• His family

• His enemies

• His friends

• His colleagues

What is the noun form of 'enforce'?

• Enforcement

• Enforcer

• Enforcing

• Enforced

What does 'law enforcement' refer to?

• Creating new laws

• Breaking laws

• Ignoring laws

• Ensuring laws are followed

Which of the following is a part of law enforcement?

• Education department

• Medical department

• Police department

• Fire department