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BLACKLIST: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for BLACKLIST?

Need another word that means the same as “blacklist”? Find 11 synonyms for “blacklist” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Blacklist” are: boycott, ostracize, avoid, embargo, place an embargo on, put an embargo on, consider undesirable, steer clear of, ignore, black book, shitlist

Blacklist as a Noun

Definitions of "Blacklist" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “blacklist” as a noun can have the following definitions:

  • A list of people who are out of favor.
  • A list of people or things that are regarded as unacceptable or untrustworthy and should be excluded or avoided.

Synonyms of "Blacklist" as a noun (2 Words)

black bookThe quality or state of the achromatic color of least lightness (bearing the least resemblance to white.
shitlistA list of people who are out of favor.
He was unaware of how deeply he had plunged on her shitlist.

Usage Examples of "Blacklist" as a noun

  • A blacklist of blocked websites.
  • He was placed on a blacklist which meant he was unable to get credit.

Blacklist as a Verb

Definitions of "Blacklist" as a verb

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “blacklist” as a verb can have the following definitions:

  • Put on a blacklist.
  • Put on a blacklist so as to banish or cause to be boycotted.

Synonyms of "Blacklist" as a verb (9 Words)

avoidRepudiate, nullify, or render void (a decree or contract.
Book early to avoid disappointment.
boycottWithdraw from commercial or social relations with (a country, organization, or person) as a punishment or protest.
We will boycott all banks which take part in the loans scheme.
consider undesirableLook at attentively.
embargoPrevent commerce.
Embargoed publications.
ignoreBar from attention or consideration.
He ignored her outraged question.
ostracizeAvoid speaking to or dealing with.
Ever since I spoke up my colleagues ostracize me.
place an embargo onTake a place in a competition; often followed by an ordinal.
put an embargo onPut into a certain place or abstract location.
steer clear ofDirect (oneself) somewhere.

Usage Examples of "Blacklist" as a verb

  • Workers were blacklisted after being quoted in the newspaper.
  • Many books were blacklisted by the Nazis.
  • Blacklisted books.
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