How to Pronounce "infliction"
word
ˌɪnˈfɫɪkʃən
in-FLIK-shuhn
ɪnflˈɪkʃən
in-FLIK-shuhn
Definition
The act of causing something painful, unpleasant, or unwanted to be experienced by someone.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈfɫɪkʃən
British English
ɪnflˈɪkʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-FLIK-shuhn
UK
in-FLIK-shuhn
Listen in Context
The infliction of pain is not acceptable.
The law prevents the infliction of unnecessary punishment.
She spoke against the infliction of harm on animals.
Many objected to the infliction of such a harsh penalty.