Forbid authoritatively. Crossword Clue

Here is the answer for the crossword clue Forbid authoritatively. . We have found 40 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 3 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is BAN.

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40 Potential Answers:

RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% BAN Forbid authoritatively. (3)
7% GOSHNO "Heaven forbid!" (6) Eugene Sheffer Jan 6, 2026
7% NYSE Authoritative quote source (4) Newsday Dec 13, 2025
7% DISCOURSE Speak authoritatively (9) (9) Puzzler Dec 4, 2025
7% ORDINANCE Authoritative rule (9) The Telegraph Quick Nov 18, 2025
6% DAUNTING Forbidding relative at home to wear dog's coat (8) The Times Cryptic Jan 14, 2026
6% ODOUR Type of blood with forbidding smell (5) The Times Cryptic Dec 24, 2025
6% VETO Forbid chaotic vote (4) The Telegraph Toughie Nov 25, 2025
6% BAR Metal rod; forbid (3) The Telegraph Mini Nov 18, 2025
6% BOTS What Fortnite forbids (4) Newsday Oct 4, 2025
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In this clue, "Forbid authoritatively" is a description that hints at a strong, official prohibition. The answer, "BAN," succinctly captures the essence of this action, indicating a formal restriction or prohibition on something. It's a concise and powerful word often used in legal, social, or political contexts to denote a strict prohibition.