forspeak

/ˈfɔrspiːk/

Definitions

1. verb

to speak against or prohibit something; to prohibit or veto something.

“The government forspoke the bill, preventing it from becoming law.”

2. noun

a prohibition or veto.

“The forspeaking of the bill caused an uproar in the Senate.”

Synonyms

  • abolish
  • prohibit
  • veto

Antonyms

  • authorize
  • sanction