Proscriptions

noun

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Noun

1
plural of proscription form-of, plural

Synonyms

banishment prohibition anathema anathematizing ban ban

Example

"Much of what is termed "socially acceptable" behavior consists of arbitrary prejudices or proscriptions with no rhyme or reason."

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