What is another word for Cess?

Pronunciation: [sˈɛs] (IPA)

Cess is a term used to describe a tax levied by a government or authority. However, there are many other words that can be used synonymously with "cess." Some of these synonyms include levy, duty, contribution, impost, toll, tariff, and excise. Each term carries its own subtle connotations and nuances, but they all refer to a financial obligation imposed by an entity with authority. Additionally, depending on the context and region, other words may be used interchangeably with cess, such as tribute, fee, or custom. Regardless of the specific term employed, each communicates a similar idea of compulsory payment for the benefit of an authority figure.

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  • Reverse Entailment

    • Proper noun, singular
      CEES.
  • Other Related

    • Proper noun, singular
      CISSE.

What are the hypernyms for Cess?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Cess

They say he has the taxes, too, in his power, and can Cess you just as he likes.
"The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. II (of II)"
Charles James Lever
He was originally one of that large but intelligent class called in Ireland "small farmers;" remarkable chiefly for a considerable tact in driving hard bargains-a great skill in wethers-a rather national dislike to pay all species of imposts, whether partaking of the nature of tax, tithe, grand jury Cess, or any thing of that nature whatsoever.
"The Confessions of Harry Lorrequer, Complete"
Charles James Lever (1806-1872)
I had the greatest time, bad Cess to it!
"Aurora the Magnificent"
Gertrude Hall

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