Synonyms for

Outlawed

Verb / ˈaʊˌtlɔ:d / Another word for outlawed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

prohibited or illegal by law

Synonyms & similar words

criminalise illicit illegitimate outlaw decriminalise legalize decriminalize criminalize unlawful illegalise illegalize banned forbidden prohibited barred tabooed restricted taboo unlawful illegal verboten vetoed embargoed censured

Synonyms by register

Formal

prohibited banned forbidden interdicted

Informal

off-limits verboten not allowed against the rules

Literary

exiled banished condemned

Antonyms

legal permitted allowed sanctioned authorized lawful legitimate

Common collocations

  • outlawed by law
  • outlawed activities
  • outlawed substances
  • outlawed weapons
  • outlawed practices
  • outlawed behavior
  • outlawed organizations

Word family

noun outlaw
verb outlaw
adjective outlawed

Usage note

This word implies something has been officially declared illegal or forbidden by a governing authority. It is often used in contexts of law and regulation.

Example sentences

  1. The government outlawed the use of plastic bags to protect the environment.
  2. The town outlawed skateboarding in the park to prevent accidents.
  3. The sale of ivory has been outlawed to save the elephants from extinction.
  4. It is outlawed to drive under the influence of alcohol because it is dangerous.
  5. The use of fireworks is outlawed in some areas to prevent fires.

Quotes

  • I am an outlaw, they say, I am an outlaw, they say, I am an outlaw, they say, I am an outlaw, they say, I am an outlaw, they say.
  • To be an outlaw is not a disgrace.
  • The outlaw respects order.

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