forbidden (A2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /fərˈbɪdən/

Definition

Not allowed or permitted by law, rules, or custom.

Examples

• Access to the restricted area is forbidden.

• Eating is forbidden during the exam.

• The ancient text described rituals that were forbidden by the church.

How to Use forbidden

forbidden to (prepositional phrase)

Not allowed to do something. — "Children are forbidden to play with matches."

forbidden by (prepositional phrase)

Prohibited due to a specific rule, law, or authority. — "Certain chemicals are forbidden by international treaties."

Synonyms of forbidden

Words with a similar meaning to forbidden:

• not allowed
• outlawed
• prohibited
• taboo

Antonyms of forbidden

Words with the opposite meaning to forbidden:

• allowed
• permitted
• legal

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