What does proscriptive mean?
Proscriptive means proscribing or prohibiting, for example as according to a norm or standard.
Proscriptive
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
proscribing or prohibiting, for example as according to a norm or standard.
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Synonyms for proscriptive
Antonyms for proscriptive
Related Words
Word Forms
- more proscriptive
- most proscriptive
Usage Notes
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What is a synonym for proscriptive?
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What is the opposite of proscriptive?
Possible antonyms include prescriptive.
How do you use proscriptive in a sentence?
Use proscriptive where its definition matches the intended context.
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