prohibit

/prohibit/
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Definition
  1. Verb:
    • To formally forbid something by law, rule, or other authority. It implies an official or authoritative ban.
    • To prevent or make impossible; to hinder or stop something from happening.
Usage
  • The verb "prohibit" is typically used with a direct object (the thing being forbidden).
  • Common structures are: "prohibit something" or "prohibit someone from doing something."
  • It is often used in formal, legal, or official contexts.
Examples
  • Basic Usage:
    • The law prohibits smoking in all public buildings.
    • The school strictly prohibits the use of mobile phones during class.
  • With 'from + gerund':
    • The contract prohibits employees from working for competitors.
    • Safety regulations prohibit anyone from entering the construction site without a helmet.
Advanced Usage
  • "to be prohibited" (Passive Voice): Used to state that something is not allowed by a rule.
    • Parking is prohibited on this side of the street after 6 PM.
  • In Legal/Formal Documents: Often used to state restrictions.
    • The treaty prohibits the development of nuclear weapons in the region.
Variants and Related Words
  • Prohibition (n): The act of prohibiting or the state of being prohibited. Also historically refers to the era when alcohol was banned in the US.
    • The prohibition of certain chemicals has helped the environment.
  • Prohibitive (adj): So high as to prevent purchase or use; discouraging through expense or difficulty.
    • The cost of the software is prohibitive for small businesses.
  • Prohibitory (adj): Serving to prohibit or forbid.
    • The city council passed a prohibitory ordinance.
Synonyms
  • Forbid: To command someone not to do something. (Less formal than "prohibit.")
  • Ban: To officially or legally prohibit.
  • Outlaw: To make something illegal.
  • Veto: To reject or forbid something authoritatively.
  • Bar: To officially prevent someone from doing something or entering a place.
Antonyms
  • Allow: To give permission for something.
  • Permit: To authorize or give consent.
  • Authorize: To give official permission for.
  • Enable: To make something possible.
Related Phrases
  • Strictly prohibited: Emphasizes that a rule is to be followed without exception.
    • Photography is strictly prohibited inside the museum.
  • Prohibited area: A zone where entry is forbidden.
    • The military base is a prohibited area for civilians.
Verb
  1. command against
    • I forbid you to call me late at night
    • Mother vetoed the trip to the chocolate store
    • Dad nixed our plans

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