Proscribe (/proʊˈskraɪb/) (Verb): To forbid or prohibit something, especially by law or authority.

Word: Proscribe Phonetics: /proʊˈskraɪb/ Part of Speech: Verb Meaning: To forbid or prohibit something, especially by law or authority. Example Sentences: The government decided to proscribe the use of certain harmful chemicals. His behavior was strictly proscribed by the school’s code of conduct. Many traditional societies proscribe actions that go against their cultural norms.