tax

A contribution for the support of a government required of persons, groups, or businesses within the domain of that government.

A fee or dues levied on the members of an organization to meet its expenses.

A burdensome or excessive demand; a strain.

To place a tax on (income, property, or goods).

To exact a tax from.

To assess (court costs, for example).

To make difficult or excessive demands upon.

To accuse; confront.

To hold accountable.