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FORBIDDINGS

(noun, adj.sat)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Forbiddings.

Forbiddings - as a noun

An official prohibition or edict against something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ban5banning10forbiddance20
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
prohibition18
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Forbiddings - as an adjective satellite

Harshly uninviting or formidable in manner or appearance

Example: "A dour, self-sacrificing life"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dour5grim7

Threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments

Example: "A baleful look"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
baleful12menacing13minacious13minatory13ominous9sinister8threatening15

Example Sentences

"The teacher's forbiddings prevented the students from using their cell phones in class."
"His parents' forbiddings kept him from attending the party."
"The forbiddings of the religious sect restricted the freedom of its followers."
"She defied the forbiddings of society and pursued her own path."
"The king's forbiddings were absolute and anyone who disobeyed faced severe consequences."
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Word Game Points

Is FORBIDDINGS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, forbiddings is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
US/CA Invalid UK/EU Valid

FORBIDDINGS has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is FORBIDDINGS a valid Words With Friends word?
No, forbiddings is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid Word
FORBIDDINGS is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is FORBIDDINGS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, forbiddings is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FORBIDDINGS has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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