How to Pronounce "foisted"
word
ˈfɔɪstɪd
FOY-stid
fˈɔɪstɪd
FOY-stid
Definition
To force someone to accept something they do not want or did not ask for, often dishonestly or unfairly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɔɪstɪd
British English
fˈɔɪstɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FOY-stid
UK
FOY-stid
Listen in Context
They foisted extra work onto us at the last minute.
The company foisted a faulty product on customers.
He felt that unwanted tasks were being foisted upon him.
They foisted the blame on him to avoid trouble.