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forbidden (Adjective)

Forbidden describes something that is not allowed or is strictly prohibited by laws, rules, or social customs. It often implies that there are serious consequences or moral reasons for the restriction.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'FORBIDDEN' sign on a 'FOR' (four) sided 'BID' (bid) 'DEN' (den). You can't enter the four-sided den!

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

It is forbid to enter. → It is forbidden to enter.

He is forbidden from to go. → He is forbidden to go.