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proscribed
[/prɒˈskraɪbd/]
adjective/verb (past participle)
proscrito
1.
forbidden by law, rule, or social convention; prohibited
The use of certain pesticides is proscribed in many countries.
O uso de certos pesticidas é proscrito em muitos países.
2.
to banish or exile someone
He was proscribed from the kingdom for his crimes.
Ele foi proscrito do reino por seus crimes.
3.
to condemn or disapprove of something
The practice is proscribed by modern medical ethics.
A prática é proscrita pela ética médica moderna.
Synonyms
prohibited
forbidden
banned
outlawed
interdicted
Antonyms
permitted
allowed
authorized
sanctioned
prescribed
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
proibido
More common colloquial alternative
Portugal
proscrito
Formal and legal usage, preferred in formal contexts
General Brazilian
vetado
Alternative in legal or regulatory contexts
Related Idioms & Phrases
proscribed by law
proscribed conduct
proscribed substance
proscribed activities
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