Proscribe and Reject

Proscribe

Proscribe verb - To order not to do or use or to be done or used.
Usage example: regulations proscribe the use of electronic devices on board a plane while it is landing

Reject is a synonym for proscribe in condemn topic. In some cases you can use "Reject" instead a verb "Proscribe".

Nearby Words: proscription, proscribing

Reject

Reject verb - To be unwilling to grant.
Usage example: rejected his request for time off

Proscribe is a synonym for reject. You can use "Proscribe" instead a verb "Reject".

Nearby Words: rejected, rejection, rejecting, rejector, rejecter
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