Definition

The act of prohibiting or forbidding something, often by authority or law.

Example

The government issued an interdiction against the sale of certain chemicals.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new interdiction on certain types of fishing in the lake?

Yeah, I read that it's to help protect the fish population.

It's interesting how such an interdiction can really change the ecosystem.

Absolutely, I think it's a smart move for sustainability.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Interdiction → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "dicere" (meaning to say or declare). The word refers to a declaration that prohibits or forbids something, effectively saying that something is not allowed between parties.

Memory Tip

Think of a declaration ('dicere') that is made 'between' ('inter-') parties to prohibit something — that's what interdiction means.

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