Verbs for Permissions and Prohibitions

to not give permission typically through the use of authority, rules, etc.

The teacher forbade talking during the exam.

to formally forbid something from being done, particularly by law

The city council passed a law to prohibit the use of fireworks within city limits.

to officially forbid a particular action, item, or practice

Certain fishing practices were banned to protect endangered marine species.

to reject or forbid something officially

The school administration decided to disallow cell phone usage during class hours.

a place where alcoholic and other drinks and light snacks are sold and served

They decided to meet at the local bar after work for a few drinks.

a person who operates outside the boundaries of established rules and may engage in illegal activities

During the Wild West era, many outlaws sought refuge in remote hideouts to evade law enforcement.

to officially ban the existence or practice of something

The government decided to proscribe the use of certain chemicals due to environmental concerns.

to forbid a specific action

The court decided to interdict the release of sensitive information to protect national security.

to use one's official or political authority to change or reject a previously made decision

The appellate court decided to overrule the lower court's decision and grant a new trial.

to reject or prohibit a decision, proposal, or action

The president has the authority to veto a bill passed by the legislature, preventing it from becoming law.

to let someone or something do a particular thing

She allowed her children to play in the park.

to allow something to happen or someone to do something

Don't let the rainy weather ruin your mood.

to let something or someone enter a place

I forgot my keys and had to wait for my roommate to let me in.

to allow something or someone to do something

The park permits visitors to bring their own food and drinks.

to give permission for the use, practice, or production of something through a formal agreement

Companies let users use their software legally by licensing it under certain terms.

approval to begin a project

The manager gives the green light for the project to proceed.

permission or approval given for something to happen or be done

The doctor explained the procedure in detail before asking for the patient's consent.

to officially approve of something such as an action, change, practice, etc.

The city council decided to sanction the music festival, granting official permission for its organization in the park.

to officially give permission for a specific action, process, etc.

The manager will authorize the contract by signing it, giving official approval for the business deal.