Synonyms of contraband

contraband

adjective

as in prohibited

not legally permissible to possess, import, or export

The customs agents searched the shipping containers for contraband items.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• prohibited
• unauthorized
• smuggled
• forbidden
• illicit
• illegal
• improper
• proscribed
• banned
• outlawed
• interdicted
• disallowed
• unlicensed
• barred
• unapproved
• criminalized
• unsanctioned
• unlawful
• bootleg
• discouraged
• criminal
• under-the-table
• under-the-counter
• wrongful
• felonious
• illegitimate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• permitted
• authorized
• licensed
• approved
• legal
• allowed
• endorsed
• proper
• legitimate
• lawful
• promoted
• correct
• supported
• sanctioned
• suggested
• encouraged
• decent
• decorous
• indorsed
• abetted
• seemly

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