Proscription

Pronunciation: /prəˈskrɪpʃən/

Definitions of proscription

noun the act of prohibiting or forbidding something

Example Sentences

A1 The proscription of smoking in public places has helped improve air quality.

A2 The proscription against using cell phones during exams is strictly enforced.

B1 The proscription of alcohol sales to minors is a common law in many countries.

B2 The proscription of hate speech is necessary to maintain a peaceful society.

C1 The proscription of certain chemicals in manufacturing processes is essential for environmental protection.

C2 The proscription of insider trading is a serious offense in the financial industry.

Examples of proscription in a Sentence

formal The proscription of certain drugs is outlined in the country's laws.

informal They put a proscription on using cellphones during the meeting.

slang I heard there's a proscription against wearing hats in that club.

figurative The proscription of negative thoughts can lead to a happier mindset.

Grammatical Forms of proscription

• past tense: proscribed
• plural: proscriptions
• comparative: more proscribed
• superlative: most proscribed
• present tense: proscribe
• future tense: will proscribe
• perfect tense: have proscribed
• continuous tense: is proscribing
• singular: proscription
• positive degree: proscription
• infinitive: to proscribe
• gerund: proscribing
• participle: proscribed

Origin and Evolution of proscription

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'proscription' originated from the Latin word 'proscriptio', which referred to the public posting of the names of enemies of the state who were to be killed or banished.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'proscription' has evolved to refer to the act of prohibiting or condemning something, often legally or socially.