Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
unforbid
verb
ʌn.fərˈbɪd
Definition
To remove a restriction or prohibition; to allow something that was previously not permitted.
Examples
- After much consideration, the committee decided to unforbid the use of cell phones during meetings.
- He felt relieved when the teacher chose to unforbid students from using notes during the exam.
Meaning
Unforbid is a verb that signifies lifting a ban or allowing an action that was earlier forbidden.
Synonyms
- Allow
- Permit
- Authorize
- Sanction
