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- pronunciation:
- prih
skraIb
- parts of speech:
- transitive verb, intransitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Word Explorer, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
prescribes, prescribing, prescribed |
| definition 1: |
to lay down as a rule or guide.
This book on etiquette prescribes the manner in which silverware should be placed on the dinner table.The school prescribed a strict code of conduct for its students.- synonyms:
- dictate
- similar words:
- demand, enjoin, formulate, impose, require, set
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| definition 2: |
to order or recommend (a drug or the like) as a medical remedy.
The doctor prescribed a new drug for the patient's skin condition.This medicine is frequently prescribed to treat the disease.For patients with colds, the doctor prescribes only rest and drinking plenty of fluids.- synonyms:
- recommend
- similar words:
- order
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| related words: |
advise, counsel, determine, doctor, recommend, specify, will |
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| part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
| definition 1: |
to set down rules; direct; ordain.
As a stepfather, I can give advice, but I don't try to prescribe.- synonyms:
- command, decree, ordain
- similar words:
- dictate, direct
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| definition 2: |
to give or write a medical prescription.
I will research the various treatment options before I prescribe. |
| related words: |
bid, command, ordain |
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| derivations: |
prescribable (adj.), prescriber (n.) |
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