What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unallowed
Example
Smoking is unallowed in this building. [unallowed: adjective]
Example
The use of cellphones during the exam is unallowed. [unallowed: adjective]
forbidden
Example
It is forbidden to park here. [forbidden: adjective]
Example
Eating in the library is forbidden. [forbidden: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Forbidden is more commonly used than unallowed in everyday language. Forbidden is a versatile term that can be used in various contexts, while unallowed is less common and may not be understood by all English speakers.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unallowed and forbidden?
Forbidden is more formal and commonly used in legal or official contexts, while unallowed is more casual and may not be appropriate in formal settings.
