Synonyms for

Prohibit

Verb / prəʊˈhɪbʌt / Another word for prohibit — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to forbid or disallow something

Synonyms & similar words

veto disallow allow proscribe forbid nix permit interdict ban forbid inhibit outlaw proscribe restrict stop bar disallow taboo veto embargo block censor enjoin exile restrain blacklist exclude freeze

Synonyms by register

Formal

forbid disallow interdict veto

Informal

ban stop block rule out

Literary

enjoin debar

Antonyms

allow permit authorize sanction approve enable legalize

Common collocations

  • prohibit the sale
  • prohibit smoking
  • prohibit access
  • prohibit use
  • prohibit discrimination
  • prohibit alcohol
  • prohibit gambling

Word family

noun prohibition
verb prohibit
adjective prohibitive

Usage note

Prohibit is a formal verb. Its noun form, prohibition, often refers to the period in US history when the manufacture and sale of alcohol was illegal.

Example sentences

  1. The sign said, 'No swimming allowed. Swimming is prohibited.'
  2. You can't bring your dog into the grocery store. It's prohibited.
  3. The law prohibits smoking in public places.
  4. The school prohibits students from bringing weapons to campus.
  5. The city prohibits parking on this street during rush hour.

Quotes

  • The right to be let alone is indeed the beginning of all freedom. - William O. Douglas
  • I cannot and will not cut my conscience to fit this year's fashion. - Lillian Hellman
  • The only way to deal with fear is to face it head on. - Sarah J. Maas

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