tabus

The word “tabus” has 2 syllables: ta-bus

It's pronounced as /ˈtæbʊs/


What is synonym and antonym for tabus?

In the thesaurus, “tabus” has 19 synonyms and 12 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for tabus along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for tabus

  • abominations
  • anathemas
  • constraints
  • corruptions
  • debaucheries
  • degeneracies
  • depravities
  • embargoes
  • indecencies
  • inhibitions
  • interdictions
  • malefactions
  • no-nos
  • perversions
  • prohibitions
  • proscriptions
  • repressions
  • restraints
  • restrictions

Antonyms for tabus

  • allowances
  • clearances
  • goods
  • licences
  • licenses
  • moralities
  • permissions
  • prescriptions
  • rights
  • sanctions
  • tolerances
  • virtues

Meanings of tabus

  • noun
    1. An inhibition or ban that results from social custom or emotional aversion.
    2. (in Polynesia) Something which may not be used, approached or mentioned because it is sacred.

Example Sentences

  • Cultural tabus often shape societal norms and behavior.
  • Breaking certain family tabus can lead to strained relationships.
  • In their community, discussing politics was considered one of the many tabus.
  • The novel boldly explores the protagonist challenging traditional tabus.
  • Addressing mental health remains one of the significant tabus in some workplaces.

On this page you'll find 31 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to tabus, such as: abominations, allowances, anathemas, clearances, constraints, corruptions, debaucheries.

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