What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
prohibitionary
Example
The new prohibitionary law made it illegal to sell alcohol after 10 pm. [prohibitionary: adjective]
Example
The company has a prohibitionary policy against using personal devices during work hours. [prohibitionary: noun]
forbidden
Example
Smoking is forbidden in this area. [forbidden: adjective]
Example
She felt guilty for reading her sister's diary, knowing it was forbidden. [forbidden: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Forbidden is more commonly used than prohibitionary in everyday language, and is more versatile in terms of usage and connotation.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between prohibitionary and forbidden?
Prohibitionary is more formal and serious in tone, while forbidden can be used in both formal and informal contexts, with a broader range of connotations and meanings.
