English adjective: illicit | |||
1. | illicit contrary to accepted morality (especially sexual morality) or convention | ||
Samples | An illicit association with his secretary. | ||
Similar | adulterous, extracurricular, extramarital, unlawful | ||
Antonyms | licit | ||
2. | illicit contrary to or forbidden by law | ||
Samples | An illegitimate seizure of power. Illicit trade. An outlaw strike. Unlawful measures. | ||
Synonyms | illegitimate, outlaw, outlawed, unlawful | ||
Similar | illegal | ||
Antonyms | legal | ||