forbiddance

noun

Pronunciation: /fərˈbɪd.əns/

Definition

The act of ordering someone not to do something or the state of being officially prohibited.

Examples

• The school issued a total forbiddance of running in the hallways.

• His parents' forbiddance of late-night outings made him feel isolated from his friends.

• The sudden forbiddance of public gatherings caught the organizers by surprise.

Synonyms of forbiddance

Words with a similar meaning to forbiddance:

• ban
• veto
• prohibition
• interdiction

Antonyms of forbiddance

Words with the opposite meaning to forbiddance:

• permission
• authorization

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