CARD 1 OF 1 Which word fits this meaning?So great, costly, or restrictive that it prevents an action.adjectiveReveal word and examplesprohibitiveThe transport cost was prohibitive for a small exhibition.Dictionary practice example.A prohibitive rule kept beginners out of the competition.From Vocabulary Studio 51: Probity to propitiate.Full dictionary entryHow did you do before revealing the answer?Needs another lookI remembered itReveal the answer first, then make a self-check. Another word may fit the definition; compare with the target word. This is separate from scored quiz accuracy.