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adjective for·bid·den \-ˈbi-dən\

Simple Definition of forbidden

  • : not permitted or allowed

Source: Merriam-Webster's Learner's Dictionary

Full Definition of forbidden

  1. 1 :  not permitted or allowed

  2. 2 :  not conforming to the usual selection principles —used of quantum phenomena <forbidden transition> <forbidden radiation> <forbidden spectral line>

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13th Century

First Known Use of forbidden

13th century

forbidden Synonyms

Synonyms
banned, barred, impermissible, interdicted, outlawed, prohibited, proscribed, taboo (also tabu), verboten
Antonyms
allowable, permissible, permissive, sufferable
Related Words
intolerable, unacceptable, unbearable, unendurable; illegal, illegitimate, illicit, improper, inappropriate, unauthorized, unlawful, unlicensed; ineffable, unmentionable; unseemly, unsuitable; objectionable; disallowed, disapproved, discouraged; refused, rejected, revoked, unsanctioned, vetoed; repressed, suppressed; precluded, prevented, stopped; excluded, ruled out, shut out; blocked, hindered, impeded, obstructed
Near Antonyms
acceptable, bearable, endurable, tolerable; accepted, accredited, allowed, appropriate, approved, authorized, certified, endorsed (also indorsed), lawful, legal, legitimate, licensed, OK (or okay), permitted, warranted; accorded, granted, sanctioned, vouchsafed; brooked, condoned, countenanced; encouraged, promoted, supported; commanded, mandatory, ordered, required; proper, seemly, suitable, tolerated, unobjectionable

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