illicit

[US]/ɪˈlɪsɪt/
[UK]/ɪˈlɪsɪt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. unlawful; not permitted by law

Phrases & Collocations

illicit affair

illicit drug

illicit trade

Example Sentences

illicit trade in drugs

the illicit sale of opium

He had an illicit association with Jane.

he is under investigation for receiving illicit funds.

usage patterns differ between licit and illicit drugs.

a tidal wave of illicit drugs; an emotional tidal wave.

She slipped outside for an illicit cigarette.

They were prosecuted for illicit liquor selling.

Seizures of illicit drugs have increased by 30% this year.

various agencies ganging up to combat the use of illicit drugs.

the college cannot condone any behaviour that involves illicit drugs.

The linear ranges and detection limits of these drugs are given.This method provided data for juristical reference of illicit drugs in human fluids.

State governments are still insisting that they will need checkpoints, to hunt for illicit goods and to inspect the roadworthiness of vehicles, among other things.

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