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Pick the synonym of the word PROSCRIBE:

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✅ Correct Option: 2

The synonym of the word PROSCRIBE is Forbid.

WordDefinitionAnalysis
PROSCRIBETo prohibit, ban, or outlaw somethingThe word we need a synonym for
TortureInflicting severe pain or sufferingUnrelated to prohibition or banning
ForbidTo prohibit or ban somethingDirect synonym - matches the meaning of proscribe
ProgressiveFavouring progress or reformUnrelated to prohibition or banning
ElementalBasic or fundamentalUnrelated to prohibition or banning

Hence, the correct answer is Option 2.


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