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The sign will forbid parking.
What does Forbid mean?
to officially not allow
Dictionary definition
To order that something is not allowed.
Example sentences
Forbid in a sentence
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The rules forbid running near the pool.
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A law may forbid actions that put people in danger.
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What does forbid mean?
The correct answer matches the meaning of forbid.
Practice 2
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to forbid?
Ban is close in meaning to forbid.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is most opposite in meaning to forbid?
Allow contrasts with forbid.
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WordForbid.
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MeaningForbid means to officially not allow.
ExampleExample: The sign will forbid parking.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- for · bid
- Strongest beat
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- Ending
- bid
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Hint for students
to officially not allow.
Common mix-up
Forbid is not the same as allow. Forbid means to officially not allow.
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Read this model sentence: The rules forbid running near the pool. Clue words: rules, running, near. Underline clue words that show why forbid fits instead of allow. Now write one new sentence that shows forbid without using the word forbid. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show forbid?
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