Crossword clue
Tax crossword clue
We have 16 answers for the clue “Tax”, from 3–7 letters. The most likely answer is LEVY.
All answers for “Tax”
| Answer | Letters | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 3-letter answers | ||
| VAT | 3 | Value added tax |
| TRY | 3 | Test severely, as patience |
| 4-letter answers | ||
| LEVY Best match | 4 | Charge imposed by authority |
| DUTY | 4 | Tax on goods or imports |
| TOLL | 4 | Charge for using a road or bridge |
| CESS | 4 | Old term for a local tax |
| SCOT | 4 | Historical payment or tax |
| 5-letter answers | ||
| TITHE | 5 | Tenth part paid to the church |
| DRAIN | 5 | Use up the strength of |
| 6-letter answers | ||
| EXCISE | 6 | Tax on goods made at home |
| TARIFF | 6 | Tax on imports |
| IMPOST | 6 | Formal word for a tax |
| STRAIN | 6 | Make heavy demands on |
| BURDEN | 6 | Weigh down |
| ASSESS | 6 | Fix the amount of a tax |
| 7-letter answers | ||
| STRETCH | 7 | Push to the limit |
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What does “Tax” mean?
As a noun, a compulsory payment to the state. As a verb it means to impose such a charge, to put a heavy strain on something (tax one's patience), or, more formally, to accuse (tax someone with a fault).
Solving tip
Check whether the clue wants the money sense (DUTY, LEVY, TOLL) or the strain sense (TRY, STRAIN, DRAIN). In British puzzles VAT is a frequent three-letter answer, and CESS and SCOT are old words for a tax that setters still use.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to the crossword clue "Tax"?
The most likely answer is LEVY (4 letters) — Charge imposed by authority. Other common answers are DUTY (4), TOLL (4), TITHE (5), EXCISE (6).
How many letters are in the answer to "Tax"?
Answers to "Tax" range from 3–7 letters. Count the squares in your grid and use the length filter on this page to narrow the list.