What is another word for shouldn't?

Pronunciation: [ʃˈʊdənt] (IPA)

There are various synonyms that can be used instead of "shouldn't" to express a negative sentiment or to discourage a particular action. Some of the common synonyms for "shouldn't" are "must not," "ought not," "don't," "cannot," "mustn't," "forbidden," "prohibited," "unacceptable," "inadvisable," "ill-advised," "discouraged," "unwise," "risky," "unsafe," and "harmful." These synonyms can be used in different contexts, such as in warning someone against doing something that could cause harm or advising against an action that is not ethical or appropriate. Using these synonyms in place of "shouldn't" can help to convey the messaging more effectively and persuasively.

What are the hypernyms for Shouldn't?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Shouldn't

Why shouldn't we walk down to the station now, from here?
"Jane Oglander"
Marie Belloc Lowndes
I am sorry to seem disagreeable, but I shouldn't feel the least bit true to myself if I were afraid to say what I think.
"Marjorie Dean High School Freshman"
Pauline Lester
"shouldn't be surprised if you had," she admitted.
"Marjorie Dean High School Freshman"
Pauline Lester

Famous quotes with Shouldn't

  • I don't have any focus groups on talent and programming. If I need five people in a mall to be paid $40 to tell me how to do my job, I shouldn't do my job.
    Roger Ailes
  • Why should you be content with so little? Why shouldn't you reach out for something big?
    Charles L. Allen
  • My situation should have been a lot worse. By rights I shouldn't have survived the crash.
    Rick Allen
  • An Oscar means a lot of things because it's like the ultimate award for a filmmaker so it feels great. But I think you have to consider awards with some distance and not get obsessed with it. When you're creating you shouldn't think about it.
    Alejandro Amenabar
  • The New England conscience does not stop you from doing what you shouldn't-it just stops you from enjoying it.
    Cleveland Amory

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