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Illicit

Ih-LIH-suht

/ˌɪˈlɪsʌt/

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illicit

Dictionary meaning

Contrary to or forbidden by law.

Examples

  • They maintained an illicit association with their coworker.

Synonyms: unlawful

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Ephemeral

ih-FEM-er-ul

Mellifluous

muh-LIF-loo-us

Perspicacious

pur-spi-KAY-shus

Obsequious

uhb-SEE-kwee-us

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