In a group or society, a taboo is something that is against the societal value of such community or group. It is a bad act and is not expected to be done. Sometimes even talking about taboos is taboo. Some actions that are thought of as taboo may also be against the law. Breaking the taboo may result to punishment by those states. Breaking other taboos can result in feeling embarrassed, or ashamed. Breaking a taboo is sometimes seen as .