forbidden

for·bid·den

adj \-ˈbi-d^ən\

Definition of FORBIDDEN

1

: not permitted or allowed

2

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

First Known Use of FORBIDDEN

13th century

Related to FORBIDDEN

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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Rhymes with FORBIDDEN

bedridden, unbidden