Simple meaning
What does Forbid mean?
Forbid means officially not allow.
Dictionary definition
To say something is not allowed.
Example sentences
Forbid in a sentence
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In class, we talked about what forbid means.
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Our teacher used forbid in a discussion about fairness and community rules.
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The reading passage showed how forbid can shape responsible choices in groups.
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Opposite words
chaosUse when there is no clear order or rule-following.
unfairnessUse when people are not treated equally.
Word family
Forbid word family
Base word
forbid
verb
forbid
Base form.
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What does forbid mean?
Forbid means forbid means officially not allow.
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