forbidden

[fer-bid-n, fawr-] / fərˈbɪd n, fɔr- /

ADJECTIVE

outlawed, prohibited

Synonyms

STRONGEST

outlawed prohibited

STRONG

banned closed no-go proscribed refused taboo vetoed

WEAK

black-market closed-down closed-up contraband no-no off-limits out of bounds verboten

Antonyms

STRONG

allowed

WEAK

approved authorized permitted sanctioned

Example Sentences

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This would create a forbidden range where black holes formed directly from stars should not exist.

From Science Daily • May 8, 2026

It promises access to forbidden truths while relying on the same tired narratives.

From Salon • Apr. 18, 2026

Followers are now allowed to have their own blood removed, stored, and "given back", in a process called autologous donation, but are still forbidden from accepting donations from others.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

Note that tipping TSA agents isn’t allowed because federal workers are forbidden from accepting gratuities for performing official duties.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

Even though the doctor kept their secret, fire was still forbidden.

From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat

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