Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: outlawed
IPA transcription: ['aʊtl,ɔd]
adverb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: illegitimate, illicit, outlaw(a), outlawed, unlawful
    Meaning: contrary to or forbidden by law; "an illegitimate seizure of power"; "illicit trade"; "an outlaw strike"; "unlawful measures"
Usage examples
  • And this was what made the horror of the place till the tragedy of the opposite hollow added crime to crime, and the spot became outlawed to all sensitive citizens.
  • He was the epitome of all Venerian culture until the Earthmen came with their greedy incorporations and licentious harlots. The Earthlings outlawed him, sent him here to Mars to live out his days."
  • There was a note for five hundred dollars, many years overdue, but not yet outlawed by lapse of time; a contract covering the transaction out of which the note had grown; and several letters and copies of letters modifying the terms of the contract.