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Haram

Verb Another word for haram — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Haram is an Arabic term that means 'forbidden' or 'prohibited' in Islam.

Synonyms & similar words

forbidden prohibited illegal taboo unlawful banned restricted off-limits outlawed unpermitted verboten censored inappropriate immoral sinful wicked vile

Synonyms by register

Formal

forbidden prohibited interdicted disallowed

Informal

off-limits taboo no-go verboten

Literary

accursed unhallowed profane

Antonyms

allowed permitted lawful licit sanctioned approved halal

Common collocations

  • haram food
  • haram earnings
  • haram act
  • haram practice
  • haram behavior
  • haram money
  • haram relationship

Word family

noun haram
adjective haram

Usage note

Haram is an Arabic term meaning forbidden or unlawful, often used in Islamic contexts. It is the opposite of halal, meaning lawful or permitted.

Example sentences

  1. Muslims believe that drinking alcohol and gambling are haram.
  2. Eating non-halal meat is haram for Muslims.
  3. It is haram to lie in Islam.
  4. Adultery is considered haram in many religions.
  5. Muslims are taught to avoid anything that is haram in their daily lives.

Quotes

  • 'Allah has made haram for you only carrion, blood, the flesh of swine, and that which has been dedicated to any other than Allah.' - Quran 2:173
  • 'Eat of that over which Allah's Name has been mentioned if you are believers in His verses. And why should you not eat of that over which Allah's Name has been mentioned?' - Quran 6:118-119
  • 'The haram is clear and the halal is clear, and in between them are doubtful matters.' - Prophet Muhammad

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