disallowed
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /dɪsəˈlaʊd/
KK: /dɪsəˈlaʊd/
adjective
Definition
Not permitted or allowed; something that is against the rules or regulations.
Example
The use of mobile phones is disallowed during the exam.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new rules for the game?
Yeah, I heard some moves are now disallowed.
It's strange because those moves were allowed before.
I know! It makes the game feel a bit different now.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
forbidden
prohibited
banned
Antonyms
allowed
permitted
accepted
verb
Definition
To not allow something; to refuse permission for something to happen.
Example
The new rules disallowed any form of cheating during the exam.
Tense Forms
Past: disallowed
Past Participle: disallowed
Conversation
Did you hear that they disallowed the new game at school?
Yeah, I was really looking forward to playing it.
I know, right? It seemed fun, but I guess the rules disallowed it.
Root Explanation
Disallowed → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart or not) and "allowed" (from Old French *alouer*, meaning to permit or grant). The word "disallowed" means not permitted or granted.
Memory Tip
Think of 'not' ('dis-') allowing something to happen ('allowed'). This helps you remember that disallowed means something is not permitted.
Visually Confused Words
dishallow