Proscribe
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pɹəˈskɹaɪb/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Proscribe is a verb meaning (transitive) To forbid or prohibit.
Meaning
(transitive) To forbid or prohibit.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To denounce.
- (transitive) To banish or exclude.
Example Sentences
The law proscribes driving a car while intoxicated.
The word ‘ain't’ is proscribed by many authorities.
Many Roman citizens were proscribed for taking part in rebellions.
If Joseph Willet, the denounced and proscribed of 'prentices, had happened to be at home when his father's courtly guest presented himself before the Maypole door— [...] he would have contrived, by hook or crook, to dive to the very bottom of Mr. Chester's mystery, and to come at his purpose with as much certainty as though he had been his confidential adviser.
Word Forms
- proscribes
- proscribing
- proscribed
Synonyms for proscribe
Depending on context, synonyms include forbid, prohibit, veto, interdict, disallow.
Antonyms for proscribe
Common opposites include prescribe, recommend, countenance, allow, permit, let.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include forbid, prohibit, veto, disallow, interdict, prohibition.
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