Definition

Noun: 1. A rule, directive, or order that is formally established or prescribed. A "prescript" is an authoritative instruction or guideline that dictates how something should be done or what conduct is required.

Examples of Usage

• The company's ethical code provided a clear prescript against accepting gifts from suppliers.
• The new safety prescripts from the regulatory body must be followed by all construction firms.
• He argued that the ancient religious prescripts were no longer applicable to modern society.

Advanced Usage

• "To lay down a prescript": To formally establish or issue a rule or command.
  • The council laid down a new prescript governing water usage during the drought.

Variants and Related Words

• Prescribe (verb): To authoritatively recommend or order the use of (a medicine, treatment, or course of action). To lay down as a rule or guide.
  • The doctor will prescribe antibiotics.
  • The law prescribes a penalty for such actions.
• Prescription (noun): The action of prescribing; a doctor's written order for medicine; an established rule or custom.
  • She filled the prescription at the pharmacy.
• Prescriptive (adjective): Relating to the imposition or enforcement of a rule or method; stating how something should be.
  • The book offers prescriptive advice on grammar.

Synonyms

• Rule
• Regulation
• Directive
• Ordinance
• Commandment
• Edict

Antonyms

• Suggestion
• Recommendation
• Guideline (when non-binding)

Noun

1. prescribed guide for conduct or action