Allowed and Illicit

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Illicit is an antonym for allowed.

Nearby Words: allowance, allowable, allowing

Illicit adjective - Contrary to or forbidden by law.

Usage example: had a long history of using illicit drugs

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Allowed is an antonym for illicit in forbidden topic.

Nearby Word: illicitly

He-Man and the Masters of the Universe (2002): Odiphus idolises villains, performing illicit acts in the hope of being allowed to "join up."

Source: Inappropriate Role Model
His company's shipments allowed him to mask his trade in all manner of illicit goods.

Source: Corrupt Corporate Executive

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