Proscription
/prəʊˈskrɪpʃn/noun
An act of forbidding something by law or other authority.
The government issued a proscription on recreational drugs.
Often appears as...
- issue a proscription
- lift a proscription
Usage tips
Formal
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Legislative Weight
Often implies a serious, formal ban on something that affects a wide population.
With the proscription of single-use plastics, we must use reusable bags.
Pro Tip 2/3Authority Imposed
Emphasizes that the ban comes from a higher authority like a government or organization.
Employees followed the proscription against personal emails at work.
Pro Tip 3/3Wide Impact
Suggests a prohibition that has broad effects, often social or political.
After the proscription on smoking indoors, venues saw an increase in outdoor patios.
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