<p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used with object) to forbid (an action, activity, etc.) by authority or law</li><li>Example: Smoking is prohibited here.</li><li>Synonyms: interdict</li><li>Antonyms: permit</li><li>to forbid the action of (a person)</li><li>to prevent; hinder</li><li>Synonyms: obstruct</li></ul>