Proscribed (Adjective)
Meaning
Excluded from use or mention; "forbidden fruit"; "in our house dancing and playing cards were out"; "a taboo subject".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- In the strict household, talking about politics was a proscribed topic that could result in severe punishment.
- Smoking in public places was made a proscribed activity to protect the health of citizens.
- After the company merger, discussing the old management team became a proscribed subject.
- As part of their traditional rituals, some actions were deemed proscribed during certain lunar phases.
- Any talk of magic or sorcery was proscribed in the strict Christian community for fear of tempting the devil.