prohibit

Meaning

to forbid something by law, rule, or other authority

to formally forbid something by law, rule, or authority

Example Sentences

The law prohibits smoking in public places.

Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the hospital.

Example Expressions

prohibit from

Synonyms

forbid, ban, prevent, disallow, restrict

Entry 1

forbid, ban, prevent, disallow

Entry 2

forbid, ban, restrict, disallow, prevent

Antonyms

allow, permit, authorize, approve

Entry 1

allow, permit, authorize

Entry 2

allow, permit, approve

Collocations

prohibit smoking, strictly prohibit, prohibit entry, law prohibits, prohibit use

Entry 1

prohibit smoking, strictly prohibit, prohibit entry, law prohibits

Entry 2

strictly prohibit, prohibit smoking, prohibit entry, prohibit use