forbidding

[fəˈbɪdɪŋ]

forbidding Definition

  • 1unfriendly or threatening in appearance
  • 2prohibiting something

Using forbidding: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "forbidding" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The forbidding castle loomed over the village.

  • Example

    The teacher's forbidding tone made the students nervous.

  • Example

    The sign was forbidding people from entering the construction site.

  • Example

    The company had a forbidding policy against social media use during work hours.

forbidding Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with forbidding

  • forbidding-looking

    having an appearance that is unfriendly or threatening

    Example

    The man's forbidding-looking face made me feel uneasy.

  • an area of land that is difficult to travel through or cross due to its rugged or dangerous nature

    Example

    The hikers were warned about the forbidding terrain ahead.

  • an environment that is unwelcoming or hostile

    Example

    The party had a forbidding atmosphere, with most guests standing around awkwardly and not talking to each other.

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Summary: forbidding in Brief

The adjective 'forbidding' [fəˈbɪdɪŋ] describes something that appears unfriendly, threatening, or intimidating. It can also refer to a prohibition or ban on something, as in 'The sign was forbidding people from entering the construction site.' Other examples include 'The teacher's forbidding tone made the students nervous,' and 'The company had a forbidding policy against social media use during work hours.'

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