prohibit

[proh-hib-it] / proʊˈhɪb ɪt /

VERB

make impossible; stop

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ban block constrain enjoin forbid freeze halt hinder impede inhibit outlaw preclude prevent proscribe restrain restrict rule out

STRONG

cool cork debar disallow forfend hamper interdict kill nix obstruct spike stymie taboo veto

WEAK

bottle up box in bring to screeching halt gridlock hang up hold up jam up keep lid on lock up pass on put a lock on put a stopper in put chill on put down put half nelson on shut out throw cold water on tie up zing

Antonyms

STRONGEST

advance aid allow approve assist continue facilitate forward free help include let go permit push release support

STRONG

encourage promote

WEAK

favor

Example Sentences

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It cited laws that prohibited public officers from communicating with the media on "issues related to work or official policy" without permission from authorising seniors.

From BBC

I was glad a second cycle wouldn’t prohibit me from enjoying my last days with Graham, whom I already missed.

From Los Angeles Times

Under the terms of the agreement, the women, their lawyers and families were prohibited from disclosing any aspect of the deal, including the amount they were paid.

From Los Angeles Times

TSA’s procedures became much stricter, including prohibiting non-passengers from going beyond security checkpoints.

From Los Angeles Times

In fact, the current agreement prohibits rookie officials from being tapped for a playoff game, because postseason eligibility is reserved for “officials with two or more credited seasons.”

From The Wall Street Journal

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