NYT Dictionary

LEVY

/ˈlɛ.vi/
VerbNounLE-vyle-vy · 2 syllablesGrade 10

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2025, 2026

Meaning

To impose (a tax or fine) to collect monies due, or to confiscate property.

Etymology

Origin: Latin

From Anglo-Norman leve, from Old French levee, from lever (“to raise”), from Latin lēvāre (“to raise, lift”).

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

imposerecruitraiseannexannexationaskassembleassessassessmentattach

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 6 recorded puzzles:

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