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forbid

verb

command against

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Word Facts

Word length
6
Starts with
F
Ends with
D
Contains
OR
Scrabble score
12
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

fɚˈbɪd

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Meaning

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verb

  1. command against

    “I forbid you to call me late at night”

verb

  1. keep from happening or arising; make impossible

    “My sense of tact forbids an honest answer”

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Example Sentences

I forbid you to call me late at night
Mother vetoed the trip to the chocolate store
Dad nixed our plans
My sense of tact forbids an honest answer
Your role in the projects precludes your involvement in the competitive project

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