prohibitive
Translation
prohibitive, exorbitant, restrictive
Examples
The cost of the new equipment was prohibitive.
The cost of the new equipment was prohibitive.
Grammar Patterns
((prohibitive)) too expensive to be possible The cost was prohibitive.
Similar Words
Synonyms: exorbitant, excessive; Antonyms: affordable, reasonable
Etymology
From Latin 'prohibere' (to forbid). 'pro-' (in front) + 'habere' (to hold), literally 'to hold in front' to prevent entry.
Memory Tips
Think of the verb 'to prohibit'. A prohibitive cost is so high it effectively 'prohibits' you from buying something.