forbidden
Translation
forbidden, not allowed, banned
Examples
It is forbidden to walk on the grass.
It is forbidden to walk on the grass.
This is a forbidden area.
This is a forbidden area.
Grammar Patterns
((to be)) forbidden ((to-inf)) to be not allowed to do (sth.) It is forbidden to walk on the grass.
a forbidden ((noun)) a prohibited (noun) This is a forbidden area.
Similar Words
Synonyms: prohibited, banned, outlawed; Antonyms: permitted, allowed
Etymology
The past participle of the verb 'to forbid'.
Memory Tips
Remember the famous phrase 'the forbidden fruit' from the story of Adam and Eve, which refers to something desirable but not allowed.