What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unallow
Example
The company policy unallows the use of personal devices during work hours. [unallow: verb]
Example
The unallowance of outside food and drinks is strictly enforced in the cinema. [unallowance: noun]
prohibit
Example
Smoking is prohibited in public places. [prohibit: verb]
Example
The school prohibits students from bringing electronic devices to class. [prohibits: present tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Prohibit is more commonly used than unallow in everyday language and is a more versatile verb.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unallow and prohibit?
Both unallow and prohibit are formal in tone and are often used in legal or official contexts. However, prohibit is a stronger word that is often used in a serious or stern tone, while unallow can be used in a more neutral or matter-of-fact tone.
