1. forbid

verb. (fɝˈbɪd, fɔˈbɪd) Command against.
Synonyms
outlaw criminalise illegalise debar proscribe criminalize nix enjoin exclude interdict illegalize veto command disallow prohibit bar require ban
Antonyms
decriminalize allow permit decriminalise legalize
Etymology
forbid (English)
forbeden (Middle English (1100-1500))
forbeodan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))

2. forbid

verb. (fɝˈbɪd, fɔˈbɪd) Keep from happening or arising; make impossible.
Synonyms
obstruct baffle scotch halt foil debar cross kibosh hinder make unnecessary prevent avoid fend off frustrate queer save forefend blockade preclude ward off head off stymie block forfend bilk stymy embarrass foreclose spoil stop forestall obviate deflect avert thwart stave off
Antonyms
free unclog show wasteful start
Etymology
forbid (English)
forbeden (Middle English (1100-1500))
forbeodan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
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