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illicit

[ɪˈlɪsɪt]
adjective
ilícito
1. forbidden by law, rules, or custom; illegal or improper
The police discovered an illicit drug operation in the warehouse.
A polícia descobriu uma operação ilícita de drogas no armazém.
2. conducted in secret or concealment, especially because it is disapproved of
They had an illicit affair that lasted for years.
Eles tiveram um caso ilícito que durou anos.
NYC Slang
shady, sketchy, off-the-books
Synonyms
illegalunlawfulprohibitedforbiddencontrabandclandestinecovert
Antonyms
legallawfullegitimatelicitpermittedauthorized

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ilícito
Standard term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
ilícito
Standard usage; may also use 'clandestino' for contraband
Portugal
ilícito
Standard term; 'clandestino' or 'proibido' also used in context

Related Idioms & Phrases

illicit trade
illicit affair
illicit drugs
illicit goods
illicit activities
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