interdict (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɪntərdɪkt/

Definition

An official decree or order that forbids or prohibits something, especially an ecclesiastical one that prohibits religious services or sacraments.

Examples

• The pope placed an interdict on the entire kingdom.

• Such an interdict would prevent marriages and funerals from being held.

• The interdict was eventually lifted after the king's submission.

How to Use interdict

interdict something (collocation)

To officially forbid or prohibit something. — "The authorities will interdict the use of the bridge until repairs are completed."

place an interdict on (prepositional phrase)

To officially impose a prohibition, especially a religious one, on a place or group of people. — "The bishop threatened to place an interdict on the entire diocese."

Synonyms of interdict

Words with a similar meaning to interdict:

• ban
• prohibition
• embargo
• injunction

Antonyms of interdict

Words with the opposite meaning to interdict:

• permission
• sanction

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