Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
heaven-forbid
Phrase
/ˈhɛv.ən.fərˈbɪd/
Definition
A phrase used to express a strong wish that something undesirable will not occur.
Examples
- Heaven-forbid we forget her birthday!
- It’s a terrible thought, heaven-forbid anything happens to him.
Meaning
Heaven-forbid conveys a sense of urgent hope that a particular negative event will be avoided.
Synonyms
- God forbid
- Forbid it
- May it not be
