Illicit and Taboo

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Illicit adjective - Contrary to or forbidden by law.

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Taboo is a synonym for illicit. In some cases you can use "Taboo" instead the word "Illicit" as an adjective or an adverb.

Nearby Word: illicitly

Taboo adjective - That may not be permitted.

Usage example: asking a guest how much money he or she makes is strictly taboo because it's a rude question to ask a stranger

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Illicit is a synonym for taboo in forbidden topic. You can use "Illicit" instead the word "Taboo" as an adjective or an adverb.

Nearby Words: tabooed, tabooing

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