Word
prohibited
Phoneticspro·hib·it·ed, stress on the second syllable
US/pɹoʊˈhɪbətəd/
UK/pɹəhˈɪbɪtɪd/
Españolprohibido
Definition
adj. not allowed because of a law or an official rule.
adj. forbidden by authority, law, or regulation; describes something that is strictly banned.
Examples
“Smoking is prohibited in all areas of the building.”
“The use of mobile phones is strictly prohibited during the exam to prevent any form of cheating.”
“While certain substances are prohibited under international law, the enforcement of these bans varies significantly depending on the jurisdiction and local political climate.”
Examples
simple
“Smoking is prohibited in all areas of the building.”
contextual
“The use of mobile phones is strictly prohibited during the exam to prevent any form of cheating.”
complex
“While certain substances are prohibited under international law, the enforcement of these bans varies significantly depending on the jurisdiction and local political climate.”
Real-World Examples
“Access to Lake Bütgenbach was prohibited on Sunday to allow the aircraft to refill.” “But some states, including Florida and Texas, have prohibited the protections at the local level.” Synonyms
Antonyms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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