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taboo vs restrict

restrict vs taboo

taboo is a noun but restrict is not a noun.

taboo is an adjective but restrict is not an adjective.

taboo and restrict both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
taboo Yes Yes Yes No
restrict No No Yes No
As verbs, restrict is a hypernym of taboo; that is, restrict is a word with a broader meaning than taboo:
  • taboo: declare as sacred and forbidden
  • restrict: place under restrictions; limit access to by law
Other hypernyms of taboo include control.
taboo (noun) restrict (noun)
an inhibition or ban resulting from social custom or emotional aversion
a prejudice (especially in Polynesia and other South Pacific islands) that prohibits the use or mention of something because of its sacred nature
taboo (adjective) restrict (adjective)
excluded from use or mention
forbidden to profane use especially in South Pacific islands
taboo (verb) restrict (verb)
declare as sacred and forbidden place limits on (extent or amount or access)
place restrictions on
place under restrictions; limit access to by law
prevent (information) from being circulated or disclosed
Difference between taboo and restrict

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