The difference between Forbidden and Taboo
When used as adjectives, forbidden means not allowed, whereas taboo means excluded or forbidden from use, approach or mention.
Taboo is also noun with the meaning: an inhibition or ban that results from social custom or emotional aversion.
Taboo is also verb with the meaning: to mark as taboo.
check bellow for the other definitions of Forbidden and Taboo
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Forbidden as an adjective:
Not allowed; specifically disallowed.
Examples:
"synonyms: prohibited verboten"
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Forbidden as a verb:
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Taboo as a noun:
An inhibition or ban that results from social custom or emotional aversion.
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Taboo as a noun (in Polynesia):
Something which may not be used, approached or mentioned because it is sacred.
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Taboo as an adjective:
Excluded or forbidden from use, approach or mention.
Examples:
"[[incest Incest]] is a taboo subject in most [[soap operas]]."
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Taboo as an adjective:
Culturally forbidden.
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Taboo as a verb:
To mark as taboo.
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Taboo as a verb:
To ban.
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Taboo as a verb:
To avoid.