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PROSCRIBES

(verb)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Proscribes.

Proscribes - as a verb

Command against

Example: "I forbid you to call me late at night"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disallow12forbid12interdict12nix10prohibit15veto7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
command14require16
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The doctor proscribes antibiotics for the infection."
"The law proscribes the use of firearms in public spaces."
"The company proscribes smoking on its premises."
"The school proscribes the use of cell phones during class hours."
"The government proscribes the sale of certain drugs."
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Word Game Points

Is PROSCRIBES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, proscribes is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PROSCRIBES has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is PROSCRIBES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, proscribes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PROSCRIBES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is PROSCRIBES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, proscribes is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PROSCRIBES has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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