Definition

Having the ability to forbid or prevent something from happening.

Example

The interdictive measures taken by the government aimed to stop the spread of misinformation.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new rules they want to implement?

Yeah, I heard they might be quite interdictive for some activities.

It seems a bit strict, don’t you think?

Definitely! I hope they reconsider some of those interdictive measures.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Interdictive → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "dicere" (meaning to say or declare). The word describes something that declares or prohibits actions between parties.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'declares' ('dicere') a prohibition 'between' ('inter-') parties — that's why interdictive means prohibitive.

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