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Synonyms & Similar Words
prohibition
restriction
embargo
taboo
veto
suspension
exclusion
expulsion
ostracism
boycott
blacklist
censorship
interdiction
prohibition
disallowance
refusal
denial
rejection
forbiddance
exclusion
suspension
moratorium
sanction
banishment
expulsion
ostracism
blacklisting
proscription
outlawing
forbidding
disqualification
Meaning of Ban
According to Merriam-Webster, a ban is a formal or official prohibition or restriction, or to formally or officially prohibit or restrict something
Definitions
- According to Oxford Dictionary, a ban is an official rule or decision that something is not allowed, or to officially forbid or prevent something
- According to Cambridge Dictionary, a ban is an official decision to stop something from being done or used, or to officially stop something from being done or used
Example Uses
- The government imposed a ban on smoking in public places to reduce the risk of second-hand smoke
- The company issued a ban on the use of social media during work hours to increase productivity
- The athlete received a ban from competing for a year due to doping allegations
- The city council voted to ban single-use plastics to reduce waste and promote sustainability
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
permission
allowance
approval
sanction
endorsement
authorization
legalization
liberation
freedom
permission
license
permit
consent
acquiescence
agreement
acceptance
ratification
validation
confirmation
affirmation