Proscriptions

Proscriptions are the act of forbidding something; a denunciation; a condemnation. They are official decrees that condemn and banish a person, group, or activity. Historically, they were often used to declare someone an outlaw, stripping them of their rights and offering a reward for their capture or death. These edicts represent a formal pronouncement of disapproval, restriction, or prohibition, carrying significant social, political, or legal consequences. They can manifest in various forms, from government decrees to social ostracism. The power dynamics at play often influence the nature and impact of proscriptions.

Proscriptions meaning with examples

• Following the political upheaval, the new government issued proscriptions against members of the former ruling party, forbidding them from holding public office and seizing their assets. This was a decisive move to consolidate power and silence dissent, causing a divide and fear amongst the general population.
• The artistic community faced proscriptions on certain forms of expression; the dictator's regime censored artists, limiting their work. This limitation led to a decline in creativity.
• Due to their controversial stance, the speaker faced public proscriptions. Their words were deemed offensive; thus, their public appearances were restricted by the university due to threats of violence.
• After discovering the spy's betrayal, the agency initiated proscriptions against any involvement with the defector and imposed severe restrictions on all communication channels, as well as, assets associated with the individual.