Definitions
Levy is a verb that means to impose or collect a tax, fee or fine.
Example
The government decided to levy a new tax on luxury goods.
Example
The company levied a penalty for late payment.
Levee is a noun that refers to an embankment built to prevent the overflow of a river.
Example
The levee was breached during the flood.
Example
The city built a levee to protect against future floods.
Tips To Remember the Differences
Here are a few tips to easily distinguish the difference between these words while keeping in mind the description we've provided:
- To remember the difference between these two words, think of levy as a verb that involves imposing something, like a tax or a fine. - The word levee contains two letter 'e's, which can remind you of the shape of an embankment or a dam.
Remember this!
Remember, levy is a verb that involves imposing something, while levee is a noun that refers to an embankment built to prevent flooding.
