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Meaning of forbids
The primary meaning of "forbids" is to officially or formally prohibit something.
Etymology of forbids
The word "forbids" originates from Old English "forbēodan", which is a combination of "for-" (meaning "against" or "away from") and "bēodan" (meaning "to command" or "to bid")
Historically, the word has been used to convey a sense of formal or official prohibition, often implying a sense of authority or power
Synonyms
Definitions
- To officially or formally prohibit something
- * To command someone not to do something
- * To prevent or stop something from happening
Usage Examples
- The law forbids the sale of alcoholic beverages to minors
- * The company forbids employees from using their personal phones during work hours
- * The government forbids the importation of certain goods from foreign countries
Antonyms
allows
permits
enables
encourages
facilitates
helps
aids
assists
supports
approves
endorses
sanctions
authorizes
licenses
certifies
validates
ratifies
confirms
lets
enables
empowers
capacitates