Forbade Meaning

/fə(ɹ)ˈbæd/, /fə(ɹ)ˈbeɪd/, /fɔ(ɹ)-/
C1

Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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verbsimple past of forbid

The doctor forbade me from taking part in the marathon.
My parents forbade me to see Tom again.
He forbade them from mentioning the subject again.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
Because of the danger, the guide ____ us to walk near the active volcano.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Her parents strictly ____ her from going out alone after it had already become very dark.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
Because of the danger, the guide ____ us to walk near the active volcano.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Her parents strictly ____ her from going out alone after it had already become very dark.

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