adj

blacklisted

BLAK-lihs-tuhd

Blacklisted (adj) means Placed on a blacklist; banned or shunned because of past behavior or accusations. Example: “The writer was blacklisted in Hollywood for over a decade.”

adj

Placed on a blacklist; banned or shunned because of past behavior or accusations.

"The writer was blacklisted in Hollywood for over a decade."

How to use blacklisted

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In plain EnglishOfficially banned or shut out because of something you did or were accused of.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “blacklisted” mean?

The word “blacklisted” means placed on a blacklist; banned or shunned because of past behavior or accusations. In plain terms, officially banned or shut out because of something you did or were accused of.

How do you pronounce “blacklisted”?

“Blacklisted” is pronounced BLAK-lihs-tuhd (/ˈblæk.lɪstəd/ in IPA).

How do you use “blacklisted” in a sentence?

Here is “blacklisted” used in a sentence: “The writer was blacklisted in Hollywood for over a decade.”

What part of speech is “blacklisted”?

“Blacklisted” is an adjective.