Illicit and Tabu

Illicit

Illicit adjective - Contrary to or forbidden by law.

Tabu and illicit are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Tabu" instead an adjective "Illicit".

Nearby Word: illicitly

Tabu

Tabu adjective - Excluded from use or mention.
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Illicit and tabu are semantically related. You can use "Illicit" instead an adjective "Tabu".
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