1. imposed or established beforehand; set in place prior to a particular event or action
Usage: formal; often used in technical or academic contexts

Examples

• The preimposed restrictions limited the scope of the research project.
• Students had to work within the preimposed framework established by the curriculum committee.
• The preimposed deadline made it difficult for the team to complete the work thoroughly.
• Preimposed conditions were outlined in the contract before negotiations began.
• The artist rejected the preimposed style guidelines in favor of creative freedom.