levied

Leved is a verb form of levy, describing the act of imposing or collecting something by authority, most commonly a tax, duty, or fee, but also including military service or other charges. The past participle “levied” indicates that the obligation has been imposed or enforced, rather than merely proposed. In government and finance, a levy refers to the act of raising revenue through taxes or duties and to the amount raised. A tax levy may be temporary or ongoing, and it can be assessed against individuals, properties, goods, or income. Levies can be explicit, with formal rates and exemptions, and are typically carried out by tax authorities or other designated agencies.

Historically, levy also denoted the raising of troops. To levy troops meant to compel men to serve in the military, a practice common in medieval and early modern states. The term remains in modern law and administration in phrases such as “levy on property” or “levy execution” when assets are seized to satisfy a debt or judgment.

Etymology-wise, levy derives from Old French levee or lever, meaning to raise, which itself comes from Latin levare, to lift or raise. The word’s usage spans fiscal policy, civil administration, and military history, reflecting the common theme of raising resources or obligations through formal authority.

In contemporary text, levied is typically used to describe actions that have been imposed and enforced, as opposed to proposed or planned measures. It appears in official documents, financial reporting, and legal contexts.