Barred is a term that refers to something that is restricted, prohibited, or prevented from happening. Alternatives to the term include obstructed, blocked, banned, excluded, prohibited and outlawed. To bar something or someone means to prevent it from happening or entering a place. The term is often used in legal contexts where it refers to restraining orders or injunctions, among other things. Synonyms such as blocked, prohibited and outlawed indicate a clear and absolute restriction while barred often suggests a more flexible restriction, such as a temporary obstacle to entry or use. Whatever the context, there are many synonyms for barred that can provide a clear indication of the restrictions in place.