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decree vs proscription

proscription vs decree

decree and proscription both are nouns.

decree is a verb but proscription is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
decree Yes No Yes No
proscription Yes No No No
As nouns, proscription is a hyponym of decree; that is, proscription is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than decree:
  • decree: a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge)
  • proscription: a decree that prohibits something
decree (noun) proscription (noun)
a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge) rejection by means of an act of banishing or proscribing someone
a decree that prohibits something
decree (verb) proscription (verb)
decide with authority
issue a decree
Difference between decree and proscription

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