Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

forbidden

adjective
/fərˈbɪd.ən/
Definition
Not allowed; banned or prohibited.
Examples
  • It is forbidden to smoke in the building.
  • The treasure was hidden in a forbidden cave.
  • She felt drawn to the forbidden fruit of knowledge.
Meaning
The term describes something that is against the rules or laws, and therefore cannot be done, used, or accessed.
Synonyms
  • prohibited
  • banned
  • taboo
  • not allowed
  • illegal