1. to instruct or urge someone to do something, especially with authority or emphasis
2. to prohibit or forbid someone from doing something, especially by legal order
Usage: legal/formal

Examples

• The coach enjoins all players to arrive on time for practice.
• The law enjoins citizens from driving under the influence.
• The teacher enjoins her students to read carefully and think critically.
• The court enjoined the company from releasing the confidential information.
• The manual enjoins users to follow safety procedures at all times.
• Parents often enjoin their children to be respectful and honest.