tabu

/ˈtæbʊ/ or /ˈtɑːbuː/

Definitions

1. noun

something that is forbidden or taboo

“In many cultures, it is considered taboo to discuss politics at the dinner table.”

2. adjective

forbidden or taboo

“The story was a cautionary tale about the dangers of being with someone who was taboo to her social class.”

Synonyms

  • forbidden
  • off-limits
  • prohibited

Antonyms

  • allowed
  • permitted