forbid

verb
/fərˈbɪd/

Meaning

to order someone not to do something

Example Sentences

The school forbids smoking on campus.

Example Expressions

God forbid

Synonyms

prohibit, ban, prevent, restrict, deny

Antonyms

allow, permit, approve

Collocations

forbid entry, forbid smoking, strictly forbid, forbid access

More Example Sentences

The sign forbids visitors to enter this area.

You must not drink soda. Besides this, sweets are totally forbidden for you.

You must not eat outside. Besides this, spicy and oily foods are totally forbidden for you.

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