prohibit (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /prəʊˈhɪbɪt/

Definition

To formally forbid or ban something by law, rule, or other authority.

Examples

• The new law will prohibit the sale of certain harmful chemicals.

• Parents often prohibit their children from watching too much television.

• The regulations prohibit any form of discrimination in the workplace.

How to Use prohibit

prohibit someone from doing something (prepositional phrase)

To prevent a person from performing a specific action. — "The doctor prohibited him from lifting heavy objects after his surgery."

prohibit something (collocation)

To officially ban or forbid an activity or item. — "The government decided to prohibit the import of certain goods."

Synonyms of prohibit

Words with a similar meaning to prohibit:

• ban
• forbid
• disallow
• veto

Antonyms of prohibit

Words with the opposite meaning to prohibit:

• allow
• permit
• authorize

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