English / word
prohibit
verb B2MEANING IN ENGLISH
to formally forbid something by law, rule, or other authority
In context
01
Park regulations strictly prohibit swimming in the reservoir.
02
The law prohibits smoking in public places.
Synonyms
ban,forbid,prevent
Antonyms
allow,permit,approve
Collocations
strictly prohibit,prohibit smoking,law prohibits
Verb forms
Past: prohibited · Past participle: prohibited · -ing: prohibiting