How to Memorize

prohibitive cost

Analysis

Something which is described as prohibitive is a law, rule or fact that prevents someone from doing or achieving something. "Prohibitive laws are preventing new businesses from opening." "The prohibitive nature of the software stops children from accessing inappropriate material." we also use the word prohibitive when we talk about the cost or price of something affecting people's access to a product or service. "The subscription costs would likely make this product prohibitive to most families." "The cost of going to university is prohibitive to many young people." This adjective is more likely to be used in formal speech or written English.

Social Examples (Advance)

1. I wanted to buy a new car, but the cost was quite prohibitive, so I didn't bother.
2. The car was prohibitively expensive, so I decided to postpone the purchase until next year.

Professional Examples (Advance)

1. Current housing prices and rent increases make living in the city prohibitive for many citizens.
2. Laws around Internet usage and consumption in China have been deemed prohibitive by many companies in the west.

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