illicit Synonyms
illicit Meaning
illicit (a)
contrary to accepted morality (especially sexual morality) or convention
illicit (s)
contrary to or forbidden by law
illicit (a.)
Not permitted or allowed; prohibited; unlawful; as, illicit trade; illicit intercourse; illicit pleasure.
FAQs About the word illicit
contrary to accepted morality (especially sexual morality) or convention, contrary to or forbidden by lawNot permitted or allowed; prohibited; unlawful; as, ill
illegal, criminal, unlawful, wrongful, lawless, prohibited, immoral,felonious, unauthorized, illegitimate
good, lawful, lawful, legitimate, legitimate, ethical, right, permitted, good, virtuous
The sale of illicit drugs is prohibited by law.
The illicit trade in weapons fuels violence and instability.
The police raided an illicit gambling operation.
The illicit trafficking of wildlife is a serious crime.
