illegalise

/ɪlɪdʒˈleɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or declare something illegal

“The government plans to illegalise the sale of certain hazardous substances.”

2. verb

to treat something as if it were illegal

“The company’s financial dealings were illegalised by the court’s verdict.”

3. verb

to make something that was once legal, no longer permitted

“The new law illegalised the previously allowed hunting practice in national parks.”

4. verb

to render something unlawful or prohibited

“The court’s decision illegalised the trade of endangered species.”

Synonyms

  • forbid
  • outlaw
  • prohibit

Antonyms

  • authorize
  • legalise
  • sanction