Synonyms for Prohibition
Definition of prohibition
noun
- a law forbidding the sale of alcoholic beverages; "in 1920 the 18th amendment to the Constitution established prohibition in the US"
- a decree that prohibits something
- the period from 1920 to 1933 when the sale of alcoholic beverages was prohibited in the United States by a constitutional amendment
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Writing tips for "prohibition"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like ban, interdiction, proscription can replace "prohibition" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Prohibition" in song lyrics
See how prohibition is used in real songs:
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"Move these raps like we in prohibition"
Andre Nickatina (Dre Dog) f/ Equipto — Public Enemy No. 7 -
"These rappers don't want prohibition"
Boo-Yaa T.R.I.B.E. f/ Kurupt — On Me -
"like you did with alcohol during the prohibition."
Immortal Technique f/ C-Rayz Walz, Diabolic, Loucipher, — Peruvian Cocaine