allowed
3 antonyms and opposites of allowed, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Permitted; given official or personal approval to happen or be done.
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How to use allowed
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Frequently asked questions
What does “allowed” mean?
The word “allowed” means permitted; given official or personal approval to happen or be done. In plain terms, given permission — you're okay to do or have it.
How do you pronounce “allowed”?
“Allowed” is pronounced uh-LOWD (/əˈlaʊd/ in IPA).
How do you use “allowed” in a sentence?
Here is “allowed” used in a sentence: “Dogs are not allowed on the beach in summer.”
What is the opposite of “allowed”?
The opposite of “allowed” — its antonyms — are banned, forbidden and prohibited.
What part of speech is “allowed”?
“Allowed” is an adjective.
Is “allowed” a common word?
“Allowed” is a very common word in modern English.
What is the difference between allowed and aloud?
They sound the same but are unrelated. 'Allowed' is the past form of allow, meaning permitted, as in 'photos are allowed.' 'Aloud' is an adverb meaning out loud or audibly, as in 'read the passage aloud.' If you mean giving permission, the word you want is allowed.
What is the opposite of allowed?
Common opposites are forbidden, prohibited, banned, and not permitted, all meaning that something is refused approval. 'Barred' or 'disallowed' work in the same way. Which fits best depends on tone, but each signals the reverse of having official or personal permission to do something.
Is 'allowed' formal or informal?
It is neutral and works comfortably in both settings. You can say 'kids aren't allowed in here' in casual speech or write 'visitors are allowed access on weekdays' in an official notice. For a more formal tone, 'permitted' or 'authorised' are close alternatives.