Synonyms for Taboo

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

Definition

a social or cultural custom prohibiting or forbidding discussion of a particular practice or forbidding association with a particular person, place, or thing

Synonyms & similar words

forbidden out verboten prohibited proscribed tabu prohibition ban restriction forbidden off-limits outlawed verboten tabu censored hush-hush unmentionable untouchable banned illicit inappropriate proscribed restricted tabued forbidding

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