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    Illicit

    /ɪˈlɪsɪt/

    Meaning & Definition

    adjective
    Forbidding by law, rules, or custom; illegal or unlawful.
    The authorities cracked down on the illicit drug trade in the city.
    Not permitted or authorized; forbidden.
    The school has a zero tolerance policy for illicit substances.
    Contrary to accepted morality or ethics; unlawful in a moral sense.
    He was involved in an illicit affair that caused a scandal.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'illicitus', meaning 'not permitted, unlawful'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    illicit affair
    A romantic relationship that is secret and considered wrong or immoral.
    illicit trade
    Trade of goods that are illegal or banned.
    illicit drugs
    Substances that are illegal to sell or consume.

    Related Words

    licit
    Permitted by law; legal.
    illegality
    The state of being illegal.

    Slang Meanings

    Under-the-table
    They were making some under-the-table deals.
    Bootleg
    He's been bootlegging alcohol for years.