Definitions
- Referring to a formal or legal restriction on an action or behavior. - Talking about a rule or regulation that forbids something from happening. - Describing a situation where something is not allowed or is banned by authority.
- Referring to a physical obstruction or barrier that prevents access or entry. - Talking about a legal or formal prohibition on an action or behavior. - Describing a situation where someone is not allowed to enter a place or participate in an activity.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to a restriction or prohibition on an action or behavior.
- 2Both can be used in formal or legal contexts.
- 3Both imply a sense of authority or power behind the restriction.
- 4Both can be used as verbs or adjectives.
What is the difference?
- 1Physicality: Bar implies a physical obstruction or barrier, while prohibit does not necessarily involve a physical object.
- 2Scope: Prohibit is broader in scope and can refer to a wide range of actions or behaviors, while bar is more specific and often refers to entry or participation in a particular place or activity.
- 3Intensity: Bar can imply a stronger sense of restriction or exclusion than prohibit.
- 4Usage: Prohibit is more commonly used in formal or legal contexts, while bar can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Remember this!
Prohibit and bar are synonyms that both refer to a restriction or prohibition on an action or behavior. However, bar implies a physical obstruction or exclusion, while prohibit is broader in scope and can refer to a wide range of actions or behaviors. Additionally, bar can imply a stronger sense of restriction or exclusion than prohibit. Prohibit is more commonly used in formal or legal contexts, while bar can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
