Past tense of prescribe
regular verb
The past tense of prescribe is prescribed. The past participle is also prescribed.
Forms of prescribe
| Base form (V1) | prescribe /pɹɪˈskɹaɪb/ |
|---|---|
| Past tense (V2) | prescribed /pɹəˈskɹaɪbd/ |
| Past participle (V3) | prescribed /pɹəˈskɹaɪbd/ |
| Present participle | prescribing |
| Third person singular | prescribes |
Prescribed in a sentence
- The doctor prescribed aspirin.
- The property meets the criteria prescribed by the regulations.
- The formula adjusts for region and season by multiplying by a prescribed factor for each.From the entry factor
- The corpsman prescribed Motrin to the sick marine for his symptoms.From the entry corpsman
- The doctor prescribed a soporific to help the patient sleep.From the entry soporific
Meaning of prescribe
- verb To order (a drug or medical device) for use by a particular patient (under licensed authority).
- verb To specify by writing as a required procedure or ritual; to lay down authoritatively as a guide, direction, or rule of action.
- verb To develop or assert a right; to make a claim (by prescription).
Questions about the past tense of prescribe
- What is the past tense of prescribe?
- The past tense of prescribe is prescribed.
- What is the past participle of prescribe?
- The past participle of prescribe is prescribed.
- Is prescribe a regular or irregular verb?
- Prescribe is a regular verb: its past tense adds -d.
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